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pane00

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient has been diagnosed with a gastric ulcer. Within the gastrointestinal tract, what secretion protects the esophagus from the development of ulcerations?
 
  A) Mucus
  B) Hydrochloric acid
  C) Gastrin
  D) Pepsin

Question 2

A patient will soon begin long-term treatment with hydrocortisone after being diagnosed with Addison's disease.
 
  In order to mitigate the potentially adverse effect of this treatment regimen, the nurse should encourage the patient to increase her intake of what nutrient? A) Water
  B) Calcium
  C) Sodium
  D) Potassium


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macybarnes

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B
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Due to the potential for reduced bone density, patients should be encouraged to increase calcium intake if hydrocortisone is administered for a prolonged period. Increased sodium, potassium, and water intake are not recommended.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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