A client's history reveals that the client is experiencing intestinal gas. Which of the following would the nurse expect the primary health care provider to prescribe? Select all that apply
A) Charcoal (Flatulex)
B) Omeprazole (Prilosec)
C) Ranitidine (Zantac)
D) Odansetron (Zofran)
E) Simethicone (Mylicon)
Ans: A, E
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Charcoal (Flatulex) and simethicone (Mylicon) are antiflatulents used to help relieve gas in the intestinal tract of a client. Omeprazole and ranitidine are used to treat hyperacidity disorders. Odansetron is used to treat nausea and vomiting.
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