A Patient Will Be Taking Bisphosphonate Alendronate (Fosamax)

A patient will be taking bisphosphonate alendronate (Fosamax) .What instruction should the nurse provide to the patient regarding administration? As instructed by the nurse,when should the patient take this medication?

A) In the evening just before bedtime
B) In the morning, with an 240-mL glass of water
C) With the first bite of the morning meal
D) Between meals, on an empty stomach

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