The Physician Has Ordered Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) for the Client with a Peptic

question 6

Multiple Choice

The physician has ordered bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) for the client with a peptic ulcer who is colonized with H. pylori. The client asks the nurse why he is receiving this drug. What is the best response by the nurse?

• A) "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) increases stomach acid to help kill bacteria."
• B) "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) helps prevent the side effects of antibiotics."
• C) "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) is effective for inhibiting bacterial growth."
• D) "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) keeps bacteria from sticking in your stomach."
• E) "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) helps relieve ulcer-related constipation."

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