A patient is diagnosed as having a duodenal ulcer. Which is likely to be the physician's drug of choice?
1. Maalox
2. Gelusil
3. Milk of Magnesia
4. Protonix
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Proton pump inhibitors are used in the short-term treatment of active duodenal ulcers, usually after adequate courses of H2-receptor antagonists have not been successful.
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1. 15 to 50 mg 4 times daily 2. 150 to 170 mg q6h 3. 250 to 500 mg 4 times daily 4. 1000 to 1500 mg 4 times daily
A client is prescribed a diuretic for treatment of pulmonary hypertension. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client regarding this medication?
1. This medication expands the blood vessels. 2. This medication causes smooth muscle relaxation to reduce pulmonary engorgement. 3. This medication reduces the amount of water in the body. 4. This medication keeps the blood from clotting.
A patient has been admitted for a possible small intestinal obstruction. What is the first sign the healthcare professional assesses for that would indicate the presence of this condition?
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