A patient has a positive finding on the urea breath test.The nurse understands that finding indicates that the patient has which of the following infections?
A)Escherichia coli
B)Helicobacter pylori
C)Mycobacterium tuberculosis
D)Streptococcus pneumoniae

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The urea breath test is used to detect the presence of Helicobacter pylori, a bacterial infection that can cause ulcers in the stomach and small intestine. The test involves drinking a solution containing urea and then breathing into a special bag. If the bacteria are present in the stomach, they will metabolize the urea and produce carbon dioxide, which can be detected in the breath sample. Escherichia coli, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and Streptococcus pneumoniae are not associated with a positive urea breath test.

A Patient Has a Positive Finding on the Urea Breath