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vicotolentino

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When explaining to a client why corticosteroids can cause peptic ulceration, the nurse would explain that this occurs because:
 
  a. The medications form corrosive metabolites in the GI tract.
  b. The medications increase the secretion of protective GI mucus.
  c. The medications increase the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
  d. The medications decrease the level of potassium in the body.

Question 2

In order for clients to prevent or alleviate the metabolic effects of long-term steroid therapy, the nurse should instruct them to increase their intakes of:
 
  a. fats and vitamins B and E.
  b. sodium and carbohydrates.
  c. protein, vitamins C and D, and calcium.
  d. vitamins A and E and iron.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

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A Incorrect: This is a false statement.
B Incorrect: Corticosteroids decrease the secretion of protective GI mucus.
C Correct: Corticosteroids increase the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
D Incorrect: This is true, but not related to the development of peptic ulceration.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: Although increases in vitamins from natural sources is appropriate, fats should not be increased.
B Incorrect: Although high carbohydrate foods are encouraged, foods high in sodium should be avoided, because of fluid retention.
C Correct: All of these nutrients should be increased in the diet.
D Incorrect: Increased iron will increase the risk of constipation that already exists in these clients.




vicotolentino

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


mohan

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

 

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