A patient who takes nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for arthritis asks a nurse what can be done to prevent ulcers. The nurse will recommend asking the provider about using which medication?
a. Antacids
b. Antibiotics
c. Antisecretory agents
d. Mucosal protectants
ANS: C
Patients taking NSAIDs should use antisecretory agents for ulcer prophylaxis. The other agents are not used for prophylaxis.
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a. Ability to communicate clearly with the client b. Analyzing power and decision making within the system c. Defining the system's structure and functions d. Recognizing the system's goals
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a. Blue, Green, Orange, Yellow, Red b. Green, Blue, Yellow, Orange, Red c. Red, Yellow, Orange, Green, Blue d. Yellow, Blue, Green, Red, Orange
To check for the placement of a gavage tube, ____________________ of air should be injected into the stomach of the infant
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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