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The physician has ordered bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) for the client with a peptic ulcer that is colonized with H. pylori. The client asks the nurse why he is receiving this drug.
 
  The nurse responds by saying, Bismuth (Pepto-Bismal): (Select all that apply.) 1. Helps prevent the side effects of antibiotics..
   2. Keeps bacteria from sticking in your stomach..
   3. Increases stomach acid to help kill bacteria..
   4. Is effective with inhibiting bacterial growth..
   5. Helps relieve ulcer-related constipation..

Question 2

In evaluating a patient's pain, which of the following would be the last step?
 
  a. document the pain assessment
  b. ensure that the patient understands the pain scale used
  c. assess for the level of pain
  d. use an appropriate pain scale



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Answer to Question 1

2. Keeps bacteria from sticking in your stomach..
4. Is effective with inhibiting bacterial growth..

Rationale:
Bismuth compounds (Pepto-Bismol) are added to the antibiotic regimen to inhibit bacterial growth. Bismuth compounds (Pepto-Bismol) prevent H. Pylori from adhering to the gastric mucosa. Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) does not prevent all side effects of antibiotics. Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) does not increase stomach acid. Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) is used to relieve diarrhea, not constipation.

Answer to Question 2

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When assessing a patient's level of pain, consider the patient's developmental level which may impact on the patient's ability to use a pain scale, use an appropriate pain scale, make sure the patient understands the use of the pain scale, assess for pain, verify the patient's pain rating, and then document the findings from the pain assessment.





 

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