Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
A client recently diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease is being discharged. While the nurse provides discharge teaching, which of the following over-the-counter medications should the client be instructed to avoid?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Aspirin can irritate the gastric mucosa and increase the risk of bleeding in peptic ulcer disease. Calcium, magnesium, and sodium (in typical OTC forms) do not typically exacerbate ulcers.