A client is prescribed esomeprazole and metoclopramide for GERD. The client approaches the nurse saying, "I understand why he prescribed Nexium, but why the laxative?" The nurse's best response is:
a. "Your doctor knows you better than I do."
b. "Did you ask your doctor why the laxative was described?"
c. "These two drug are an effective treatment for GERD."
d. "Metoclopramide is a gastric stimulant, not a laxative."
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate response to the client's question.
B Incorrect: This does not answer the client's question and metoclopramide is not a laxative.
C Incorrect: Although a true statement, it doesn't answer the client's question.
D Correct: This is a true response and answers the client's question.
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