{"id":135598,"date":"2024-09-05T11:19:07","date_gmt":"2024-09-05T11:19:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=135598"},"modified":"2024-09-05T11:19:09","modified_gmt":"2024-09-05T11:19:09","slug":"a-nurse-is-reinforcing-teaching-for-a-client-who-has-a-duodenal-ulcer-and-a-new-prescription-for-sucralfate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/05\/a-nurse-is-reinforcing-teaching-for-a-client-who-has-a-duodenal-ulcer-and-a-new-prescription-for-sucralfate\/","title":{"rendered":"A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has a duodenal ulcer and a new prescription for sucralfate"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has a duodenal ulcer and a new prescription for sucralfate. The client asks the nurse how sucralfate works. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.
“This medication adheres to the ulcer and protects it from gastric acid\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B.
“This medication neutralizes gastric acid after it is secreted”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C.
This medication kills the bacteria which cause ulcers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

D.
\u201cThis medication prevents gastric acid secretion in the stomach”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Correct Answer and Explanation is:<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The correct answer is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A. “This medication adheres to the ulcer and protects it from gastric acid.”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explanation:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sucralfate is a medication primarily used to treat and manage duodenal ulcers. Its main mechanism of action is unique among ulcer medications. Sucralfate is a sulfated polysaccharide that forms a sticky, viscous gel when it comes into contact with the acidic environment of the stomach. This gel adheres to the surface of the ulcer and creates a protective barrier. By binding to the ulcer, sucralfate shields it from gastric acid, pepsin, and bile salts, which helps to prevent further irritation and promotes healing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a breakdown of why the other options are incorrect:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • B. “This medication neutralizes gastric acid after it is secreted”<\/strong>: This statement describes the action of antacids, not sucralfate. Antacids work by neutralizing stomach acid directly, which can help alleviate symptoms of heartburn and acid indigestion but do not provide a protective barrier over ulcers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • C. “This medication kills the bacteria which cause ulcers”<\/strong>: This option describes the action of antibiotics, particularly those used to treat Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection. H. pylori is a bacterium that can contribute to ulcer formation, and antibiotics are prescribed to eradicate it. Sucralfate does not have antibiotic properties and does not target bacteria.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • D. “This medication prevents gastric acid secretion in the stomach”<\/strong>: This describes the action of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) or H2-receptor antagonists. PPIs and H2-blockers work by reducing the production of stomach acid, which helps in managing acid-related conditions but does not specifically protect the ulcer directly like sucralfate does.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Sucralfate is thus valuable in ulcer management due to its protective mechanism. By adhering to the ulcer and providing a physical barrier, it creates a more favorable environment for the ulcer to heal and minimizes irritation from gastric acids. This approach complements other treatments that may involve reducing acid production or addressing infection.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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