I know; she's an idiot. I'm not sure many people know how dangerous this can be, though. I'm not sure people take warnings on medication as seriously as they should.
Looking at a generic from Wal-mart: the closest warning is "Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs."
I'm looking at a bottle of Advil right now and nowhere does it mention not to take it on an empty stomach.
I am looking at a bottle of right now and do not see it on there.