Which of the Following Is NOT True of Gastric Pump

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of gastric pump inhibitors?

• A) They are used for short-term treatment of gastric ulcers and GERD.
• B) They may be used with antibiotics for H. pylori.
• C) They work by inhibiting H⁺ and K⁺ needed to generate gastric acid.
• D) They include omeprazole (Prilosec) and lansoprazole (Prevacid).
• E) They are safe for treating ulcers before their confirmed diagnosis.

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