An older adult client is being treated for erosive esophagitis and has been on lansoprazole (Prevacid) for 6 months. What concern does the nurse have regarding this client?
a. The client may develop a vitamin B12 deficiency.
b. The client may develop a dependency.
c. The client may develop postural hypotension.
d. The client may develop neutropenia.
a. The client may develop a vitamin B12 deficiency.
FEEDBACK:
a. Developing a vitamin B12 deficiency is common with long-term use, especially in older adults due to the reduced gastric acid that is suppressed by the medication, resulting in decreased B12 absorption.
b. Developing a dependency is not of concern. .
c. Developing postural hypotension is not of concern. .
d. Developing neutropenia is not of concern. .
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