NSG 245 MED SURG EXAM 2026/2027 (25pages)

â–¡ A patient is prescribed omeprazole 20 mg PO BID, clarithromycin 500 mg PO BID, and amoxicillin 1 gram daily for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease (PUD). What is the most important instruction for the nurse to give the patient about these medications? Selected Answer: B. Complete the full course of al medications as prescribed. Answers: A. Take the drugs with a full glass of water B. Complete the full course of al medications as prescribed. C. Consume 8 ounces of yogurt or buttermilk daily while taking these drugs. D. Take the drugs on an empty stomach, 1 hour before breakfast and at least 2 hours after dinner. â–¡ Question 2 0.5 out of 0.5 points The nurse explaining pantoprazole (Protonix) to a patient with recurring heartburn explains that the medication Selected Answer: C. Treats gastroesophageal reflux disease by decreasing stomach acid production Answers: A. Reduces gastroesophageal reflux by increasing the rate of gastric emptying. B. Coats and protects the lining of the stomach and esophagus from gastric acid C. Treats gastroesophageal reflux disease by decreasing stomach acid production D.