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

question 9

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? Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• 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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