A patient diagnosed with MODS is being mechanically intubated and is unable to eat. Enteral feedings are prescribed along with a proton-pump inhibitor. Which particular intervention is indicated related to this medication?
1. Monitor the serum sodium level.
2. Monitor the uric acid level.
3. Monitor for the development of ventilator-associated pneumonia.
4. Monitor for the development of urinary tract infection.
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Rationale 1: Sodium level is not affected by proton-pump inhibitors.
Rationale 2: Uric acid level is not affected by proton-pump inhibitors.
Rationale 3: The use of proton-pump inhibitors may increase the risk for ventilator-associated pneumonia.
Rationale 4: There is no association between UTI and the use of proton-pump inhibitors.
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