LK is a 40-year-old female s/p gastric resection 2 weeks ago due to a perforated ulcer from complicated PUD. Prior to her surgery, she was experiencing severe pain and had an upset stomach. She is now complaining of persistent diarrhea after she eats.
HT: 5'4" WT: 170#

Usual intake: Diet: NPO

AM juice and fruit

Snack toast with butter

Noon half a tuna sandwich

Snack granola bar, Gatorade

PM mashed potatoes with gravy

Snack ice cream
-Which medication would most likely be prescribed for LK's condition?

Question

LK is a 40-year-old female s/p gastric resection 2 weeks ago due to a perforated ulcer from complicated PUD. Prior to her surgery, she was experiencing severe pain and had an upset stomach. She is now complaining of persistent diarrhea after she eats.
HT: 5'4"          WT: 170#

Usual intake:                                                    Diet: NPO

AM      juice and fruit

Snack   toast with butter

Noon   half a tuna sandwich

Snack   granola bar, Gatorade

PM       mashed potatoes with gravy

Snack   ice cream
-Which medication would most likely be prescribed for LK's condition?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

LK's persistent diarrhea after eating may be caused by an overgrowth of Helicobacter pylori, which is common in PUD. Therefore, clarithromycin, which is an antibiotic commonly used in H. pylori eradication therapy, would be the most appropriate medication to prescribe. Neither atorvastatin calcium, niacin, bevacizumab, nor amlodipine would be effective for treating LK's diarrhea.

LK Is a 40-Year-Old Female S/p Gastric Resection 2 Weeks