[Verified Answer]: The nurse is educating a patient taking…

The nurse is educating a patient taking imatinib mesylate for treatment of leukemia. What should the nurse be sure to include when educating the patient on the best way to take the medication to optimize absorption? A. The medication with a source of vitamin C to enhance absorption. B. Take the medication with food to enhance absorption. C. Take antacids if needed for gastrointestinal upset D. Take the medication with acetaminophen to prevent decreased absorption and GI upset.