Bismuth Subsalicylate,clarithromycin,and Metronidazole Are Prescribed for a Child with a Peptic

question 44

Multiple Choice

Bismuth subsalicylate,clarithromycin,and metronidazole are prescribed for a child with a peptic ulcer to:

• A)eradicate Helicobacter pylori.
• B)coat gastric mucosa.
• C)treat epigastric pain.
• D)reduce gastric acid production.

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