Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
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?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Smoking exacerbates peptic ulcers and impairs healing. Reducing to a pack daily is insufficient; quitting is ideal. Notifying about lethargy, monitoring sexual dysfunction, and timing with antacids are appropriate.