A client with rheumatoid arthritis has a history of long-term nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) use and has developed peptic ulcer disease. Which medication would the nurse anticipate administering?
1. Omeprazole (Prilosec)
2. Ticlopidine (Ticlid)
3. Cyanocobalamin (vitamin b12)
4. Prednisolone (prelone)
Answer: 1
Omeprazole (Prilosec) is a proton-pump inhibitor, which suppresses gastric acid secretion. Cyanocobalamin is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency. Ticlopidine is an antiplatelet agent used to reduce the risk of stroke. Prednisolone is a glucocorticoid used to treat several inflammatory disorders and contributes to gastric ulcer development. (Lehne, 7 ed., p. 917.)