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A client says, “I take baking soda in water when I get heartburn.” The nurse suggests an antacid containing aluminum and magnesium hydroxide instead of baking soda. What is the advantage these antacids have over baking soda?

ExplanationC. Nonsystemic antacids are not readily absorbed, so they do not alter acid-base balance. Sodium bicarbonate is absorbed and can alter acid-base balance. A. These preparations do contain sodium. B. Nonsystemic antacids are insoluble and not readily absorbed. D. These are side effects of nonsystemic antacids.