Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
A client with peptic ulcer disease receives a new prescription for cimetidine. Which statement provided by the client requires additional instruction by the nurse? Which statement provided by the client requires additional instruction by the nurse?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Smoking exacerbates peptic ulcers and hinders healing. Reducing to a pack per day is insufficient; complete cessation is recommended.