The nurse administers risedronate to a client with osteoporosis at 07:00. The client asks for a glass of milk to drink with the medication. Which action should the nurse take?

Consult a pharmacist about the scheduling of the dose one hour after the client eats.

Assign unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to bring the client a glass of low-fat milk.

Withhold the medication until the client’s breakfast tray is available on the unit.

Instruct the client that it is necessary to take nothing but water with the medication.