A client with Helicobacter pylori asks the nurse why bismuth (Pepto-Bismol)has been prescribed along with oral antibiotics for treatment. What should the nurse explain about the use of Pepto-Bismol for treatment of this health problem? Select all that apply.
A)"It helps prevent the side effects of antibiotics."
B)"It increases stomach acid to help kill bacteria."
C)"It helps relieve ulcer-related constipation."
D)"It is effective with inhibiting bacterial growth."
E)"It stimulates the production of substances that promote ulcer healing."

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A)Bismuth compounds (Pepto-Bismol)are added to the antibiotic regimen to inhibit bacterial growth. Bismuth compounds also stimulate mucosal bicarbonate and prostaglandin production to promote ulcer healing. Bismuth does not prevent all side effects of antibiotics, nor does it increase stomach acid. Bismuth is used to relieve diarrhea, not constipation.
B)Bismuth compounds (Pepto-Bismol)are added to the antibiotic regimen to inhibit bacterial growth. Bismuth compounds also stimulate mucosal bicarbonate and prostaglandin production to promote ulcer healing. Bismuth does not prevent all side effects of antibiotics, nor does it increase stomach acid. Bismuth is used to relieve diarrhea, not constipation.
C)Bismuth compounds (Pepto-Bismol)are added to the antibiotic regimen to inhibit bacterial growth. Bismuth compounds also stimulate mucosal bicarbonate and prostaglandin production to promote ulcer healing. Bismuth does not prevent all side effects of antibiotics, nor does it increase stomach acid. Bismuth is used to relieve diarrhea, not constipation.
D)Bismuth compounds (Pepto-Bismol)are added to the antibiotic regimen to inhibit bacterial growth. Bismuth compounds also stimulate mucosal bicarbonate and prostaglandin production to promote ulcer healing. Bismuth does not prevent all side effects of antibiotics, nor does it increase stomach acid. Bismuth is used to relieve diarrhea, not constipation.
E)Bismuth compounds (Pepto-Bismol)are added to the antibiotic regimen to inhibit bacterial growth. Bismuth compounds also stimulate mucosal bicarbonate and prostaglandin production to promote ulcer healing. Bismuth does not prevent all side effects of antibiotics, nor does it increase stomach acid. Bismuth is used to relieve diarrhea, not constipation.

A Client with Helicobacter Pylori Asks the Nurse Why Bismuth