The Laboratory Reports of a Client with Gastritis Reveal Helicobacter

question 20

Multiple Choice

The laboratory reports of a client with gastritis reveal Helicobacter pylori is the causative organism. Which pathophysiological changes can result from this infection? Select all that apply.

• A)Decreased production of pepsin
• B)Increased production of gastrin
• C)Increased production of intrinsic factor
• D)Increased production of prostaglandins
• E)Decreased production of HCl acid

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