The physician has ordered bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) for the client with a peptic ulcer who is colonized with H. pylori. The client asks the nurse why he is receiving this drug. What is the best response by the nurse?
A) "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) increases stomach acid to help kill bacteria."
B) "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) helps prevent the side effects of antibiotics."
C) "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) is effective for inhibiting bacterial growth."
D) "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) keeps bacteria from sticking in your stomach."
E) "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) helps relieve ulcer-related constipation."
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