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Title: The client with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has a new prescription for pantoprazole ... Post by: lesh0402 on Jan 18, 2018 The client with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has a new prescription for pantoprazole (Protonix). Which of the following instructions should the nurse plan to provide to the client?
1. Chew the pill thoroughly. 2. Swallow the tablet whole. 3. Crush the pill if it is difficult to swallow. 4. Headache is expected to occur. Title: The client with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has a new prescription for pantoprazole ... Post by: JR251203 on Jan 18, 2018 2
Rationale: Protonix, a proton pump inhibitor, is a delayed-release medication and should be swallowed whole. It should not be chewed or crushed. Headache is a potential side effect of the medication and should be reported to the health care provider. |