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."
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.
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