The nurse is caring for a client who is being treated for peptic ulcer disease. Which medication should the client be taught to avoid?
1. Antacids
2. H2-receptor blockers
3. NSAIDs
4. PPIs
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: The client taking medications for peptic ulcer should avoid drugs that can cause stomach irritation, such as aspirin or NSAIDs.
Rationale 2: The client taking medications for peptic ulcer should avoid drugs that can cause stomach irritation, such as aspirin or NSAIDs.
Rationale 3: NSAIDs are irritating to the stomach, and should be avoided in clients with peptic ulcer.
Rationale 4: The client taking medications for peptic ulcer should avoid drugs that can cause stomach irritation, such as aspirin or NSAIDs.
Global Rationale: NSAIDs are irritating to the stomach, and should be avoided in clients with peptic ulcer. Antacids, H2-receptor blockers, and PPIs are often prescribed for client with peptic ulcer disease.
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