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PN 105 Fundamentals of Nursing I Mineral Supplement - Iron hered level o hes nformed the AP is pregnant and takes two 325 mg tablets of ferrous sulfate. She has a 2 year-old degrees. daughter, wesk, and she follows a low 1. What precautions should AP take in regard to the container of ferrous sulfate and provide odium diet t the rationale for your answer? CHF 11: mitral valve prolapse abe 20 If AP asks if she should take more than two tablets a day, how would you respond being sure to include your rationale for your response? 3. AP states she has been constipated and wonders whether iron is the cause. What would your response be? tion 4. Develop a safety plan with AP related to medication safety in the home with young children.

Answer 1

1.The following precautions in regards to the ferrous sulphate container are

• Keep it out of reach from the children, to prevent accidental ingestion
• Store in cool and dry place,direct exposure to sunlight can alter the chemical composition and destroy the effect of the medication
• Open only before consuming the pill,long exposure to external environment can oxygenate the medication and can act as a source for infection
• Do not place wet hands,to prevent melting of the tablet

2.Ferrous sulphate is used to treat anemia and only the recommended dose to be taken. An excess dose can lead to overdose and symptoms related to it.This can need a medical help.

3.Iron medication generally cause constipation this occurs because of the absorption capacity. Iron is best absorbed in the presence of vitamin C so consume vitamin c rich food to prevent constipation.

4.The following safety plan required are

• To keep it in an heightened place or in a medication chamber or shelf, so that it is not reachable to the child.
• Do not consume tablet in front of child ,because the child is in developmental change and often mimic parents and others actions