A parent calls the pediatric clinic about his child who was diagnosed with gastric ulcer disease and placed on omeprazole (Prilosec) 8 days ago. The parent states that the child has not had relief of symptoms
Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A.
Advise the parent to bring the child in today.
B.
Encourage the parent to serve milk at each meal.
C.
Inform the provider that the child needs a different medication.
D.
Reassure the parent that relief may take 4-8 weeks.
ANS: D
Drugs like omeprazole (proton-pump inhibitors) may take up to 4-8 weeks to provide relief of symptoms. The nurse should reassure the parent. The other actions are not warranted.
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