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cagreen833

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The clients asks the nurse what the difference is between antacids and proton pump inhibitors. The nurse's best response is:
 
  a. Antacids are better for long-term use than proton pump inhibitors.
  b. Antacids heal ulcers and proton pump inhibitors treat the pain associated with peptic ulcers.
  c. You should really asked your doctor which one he prefers you use.
  d. Antacids neutralize gastric acid and proton pump inhibitors prevent the secretion of gastric acid.

Question 2

When teaching a client about antacids, which comment by the client indicates further teaching is needed:
 
  a. I should ask my doctor for a medication other than indomethicin for my arthritis.
  b. Antacids can interfere with the elimination of my quinidine.
  c. Taking antacids will not affect my heart medication (digoxin).
  d. I should not take aspirin for pain, but use acetaminophen instead.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is a false statement.
B Incorrect: This is just the opposite of the facts.
C Incorrect: This does not answer the client's question.
D Correct: This is a factual and responsive answer to the client's question.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This indicates client understanding of indomethicin being ulcerogenic.
B Incorrect: This indicates client understanding.
C Correct: Antacids decrease the absorption of digoxin, thus alter its effectiveness.
D Incorrect: This indicates client understanding that aspirin is ulcerogenic.




cagreen833

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


JCABRERA33

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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