When using the "Step-Up" approach in caring for patients with GERD,the "step up" from once daily proton pump inhibitor use is:
A) Prokinetic (metoclopramide) for 8 to 12 weeks
B) Proton pump inhibitor (omeprazole) twice a day for 4 to 8 weeks
C) Histamine2 receptor antagonist (ranitidine) for 4 to 8 weeks
D) Cytoprotective drug (misoprostol) for 4 to 8 weeks
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