The client asks the nurse why her health care provider prescribed esomeprazole for her. The nurse's best response is:
a. "This drug is used to treat the inflammation in your esophagus caused by GERD."
b. "This drug was prescribed to help neutralize the stomach acid causing your GERD."
c. "You really need to ask your doctor why his is treating you with this drug."
d. "You can use medications much cheaper that will do the same thing."
ANS: A
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A Correct: This is the most appropriate response to the client's questions.
B Incorrect: This is a false statement.
C Incorrect: This does not address the client's question.
D Incorrect: This is a false statement.
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