A hospitalized client has been prescribed sucralfate. The nurse understands that this drug is used because it:
a. decreases acid secretion in the duodenum.
b. neutralizes gastric acid.
c. forms a protective complex over duodenal ulcers.
d. should be administered two hours after meals and at bedtime.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is not true about sucralfate.
B Incorrect: This is not true about sucralfate.
C Correct: This is true of sucralfate.
D Incorrect: This is not true about sucralfate.
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