A client with peptic ulcer disease, who is receiving histamine-2 antagonist therapy, has a nasogastric tube in place. The nurse tests the pHof aspirated gastric fluid. Which pH finding would the nurse interpret as indicating effectiveness of the client's medication therapy?
A) 3.0
B) 5.0
C) 7.0
D) 9.0

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Histamine-2 antagonist therapy is used to reduce stomach acid production. A pH of 5.0 indicates that the medication is effective in increasing the pH level of the gastric fluid, making it less acidic, which is beneficial for a client with peptic ulcer disease.

A Client with Peptic Ulcer Disease, Who Is Receiving Histamine-2