The nurse instructs a client who is taking iron supplements that: 1. Iron supplements should be taken on an empty stomach. 2. A daily bulk laxative such as psyllium hydrophilic mucilloid (Metamucil)...

1. Iron supplements should be taken on an empty stomach.

2. A daily bulk laxative such as psyllium hydrophilic mucilloid (Metamucil) should be avoided.

3. The stools will become darker.

4. Liquid iron supplements will not discolor teeth.