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    Ati n180 pharmacology proctored exam

    A nurse is caring for a client that is newly prescribed with omeprazole (Prilosec). Which of the following options is a correct indication for omeprazole Prilosec)?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Omeprazole is not used for motion sickness. It is a proton pump inhibitor used to treat gastric acid- related conditions. B. Omeprazole is used to prevent and treat gastric ulcers, including stress ulcers that may occur in critically ill patients. C. Omeprazole is used to treat conditions like GERD, ulcers, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, not just heartburn. D. Omeprazole is not used to treat nausea and vomiting. It reduces gastric acid production to treat acid- related conditions.

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