The nurse is preparing to give a dose of oral clindamycin (Cleocin) to a patient who is being ...

The nurse is preparing to give a dose of oral clindamycin (Cleocin) to a patient who is being treated for a skin infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus. The patient has had several doses of the medication and reports having nausea.
 
  Which action will the nurse take next?
  a. Administer the next dose when the patient has an empty stomach.
  b. Hold the next dose and contact the patient's provider.
  c. Instruct the patient to take the next dose with a full glass of water.
  d. Request an order for an antacid to give along with the next dose.