The patient has H. pylori. Which action should the nurse take?
a. Encourage avoidance of wheat and oats.
b. Encourage milkshakes as a nutritious snack.
c. Encourage completion of antibiotic therapy.
d. Encourage nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs.
ANS: C
H. pylori, a bacterium that causes up to 85% of peptic ulcers, is confirmed by laboratory tests or a biopsy during endoscopy. Antibiotics treat and control the bacterial infection. Avoidance of wheat and oats are required for patients with celiac disease who must follow a gluten-free diet. Encourage patients to avoid foods that increase stomach acidity and pain such as caffeine, decaffeinated coffee, frequent milk intake, citric acid juices, and certain seasonings (hot chili peppers, chili powder, black pepper). Discourage smoking, alcohol, aspirin, and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
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