The client diagnosed with Cushing’s disease is prescribed pantoprazole (Protonix), a proton-pump inhibitor. Which statement is the scientific rationale for prescribing this medication?
1. Protonix increases the client’s ability to digest food.
2. Protonix decreases the excess amounts of gastric acid.
3. Protonix absorbs gastric acid and eliminates it in the bowel.
4. Protonix coats the stomach and prevents ulcer formation.
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