Question

The nursing student caring for a patient with a duodenal ulcer is about to administer a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Which statement about this medication is true? A) These drugs should not be used for a prolonged period of time because they may contribute to osteoporotic-related fractures. B) PPIs may not be given via feeding tube. C) These drugs help prevent stress-induced ulcers. D) PPIs work by coating the stomach with a protective barrier.

Answer 1

A) These drugs should not be used for a prolonged period of time because they may contribute to osteoporotic-related fractures.

Step-by-step explanation:

PPI has been linked to osteoporosis and bone fracture.