The physician has ordered combination therapy for the client with peptic ulcer disease (PUD).The nurse plans to do medication education.What will the best plan by the nurse include?

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Combination therapy for peptic ulcer disease (PUD) typically involves the use of proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs) in conjunction with antibiotics, as this has been shown to be more effective than using antacids or sucralfate with antibiotics. PPIs work by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach, which helps to heal the ulcer and prevent it from recurring. Antibiotics are used to eradicate the bacteria (Helicobacter pylori) that are often responsible for causing PUD, as they can damage the protective lining of the stomach and make it more susceptible to ulcer formation. Therefore, the nurse should educate the client on the importance of taking both the PPI and the antibiotics as prescribed.

The Physician Has Ordered Combination Therapy for the Client with Peptic