Author Question: What classification of drugs does the nurse administer to treat peptic ulcers by suppressing the ... (Read 43 times)

CharlieWard · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

What classification of drugs does the nurse administer to treat peptic ulcers by suppressing the secretion of hydrochloric acid into the lumen of the stomach?

A) Antipeptic agents
B) Histamine-2 antagonists
C) Proton pump inhibitors
D) Prostaglandins

Question 2

The nurse is preparing a patient to receive immunosuppressant drugs on an outpatient basis. What is the priority for the nurse to arrange for this patient in the home environment?

A) A caregiver who is skilled in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
B) A caregiver who will provide adequate nutrition
C) Supportive care and comfort measures
D) Arrange for a home care nurse to administer injections

stanleka1 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Proton pump inhibitors suppress the secretion of hydrochloric acid into the lumen of the stomach. Antipeptic agents coat any injured area in the stomach to prevent further injury. H2 antagonists block the release of hydrochloric acid in response to gastrin. Prostaglandins inhibit secretion of gastrin and increase secretion of the mucous lining of the stomach.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Arrange for supportive care and comfort measures for flu-like symptoms (rest, environmental control, acetaminophen) to decrease patient discomfort and increase therapeutic compliance. Patients may also need support and comfort measures related to diagnosis and drug therapy. Although knowledge of CPR and providing appropriate nutrition are always positive actions, they are not related to administration of immunosuppressants. The patient or caregiver can be taught to administer injections unless the medication is to be given IV, in which case the patient would go to an infusion center.