Question

a client is diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease caused by helicobacter pylori. which medications should the nurse anticipate the healthcare provider to prescribe for the client? (select all that apply.)

a sucralfate.

b metronidazole.

c clarithromycin.

d omeprazole.

e misoprostol.

f sulfisoxazole.

Explanation:

To treat peptic ulcer disease caused by Helicobacter pylori, a combination of antibiotics and a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) is typically used (along with sometimes a bismuth compound, though not listed here).

• Metronidazole (B): It is an antibiotic used to treat H. pylori infections.
• Clarithromycin (C): Another antibiotic effective against H. pylori.
• Omeprazole (D): A proton pump inhibitor that reduces stomach acid, aiding in ulcer healing and enhancing antibiotic effectiveness against H. pylori.
• Sucralfate (A) is for protecting the ulcer but not part of H. pylori eradication therapy. Misoprostol (E) is for preventing NSAID - related ulcers. Sulfisoxazole (F) is not used for H. pylori treatment.

Answer:

B. Metronidazole, C. Clarithromycin, D. Omeprazole