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cherise1989

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An older patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is prescribed ranitidine (Zantac). What should the nurse instruct as the mechanism of action of this medication?
 
  1. Neutralizes stomach acid
  2. Decreases acid production in the stomach
  3. Creates a coating that acts as a protective barrier
  4. Increases motility in the esophagus and stomach

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Smoking cessation is especially important for clients with diabetes mellitus because smoking
 
  A) promotes weight gain.
  B) is a major factor in the development of diabetic neuropathy.
  C) accelerates arteriosclerotic changes in blood vessels.
  D) increases insulin resistance.


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mcabuhat

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Antacids are medications that neutralize the stomach acid already produced.

Answer to Question 2

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cherise1989

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Excellent

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