A client is prescribed ferrous sulfate for iron-deficiency anemia. Which teaching is correct?

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B. “Constipation and dark stools can occur.” — Oral iron commonly causes constipation and dark/black stools. Vitamin C can increase absorption; taking iron with dairy or antacids can decrease absorption.

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A. “I should take it with milk to reduce stomach upset.”

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C. “Vitamin C decreases absorption, so avoid it.”

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D. “I should stop taking it if my stools turn black.”