Question

Which interprofessional actions taken by the nurse will help to prevent development of stress ulcers in a patient with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)? Select all that apply.

A. Infuse parenteral feeding.
B. Set smaller tidal volumes on the ventilator.
C. Administer prescribed proton pump inhibitors.
D. Insert a nasogastric tube and start enteral feedings.
E. Give fluids as prescribed to prevent hypotension and shock

Answer 1

To prevent stress ulcers in patients with ARDS, nurses can administer proton pump inhibitors, start enteral feedings via nasogastric tube, and give fluids to prevent hypotension and shock.

Step-by-step explanation:

Interprofessional actions taken by a nurse that will help to prevent the development of stress ulcers in a patient with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) include:

• Administering prescribed proton pump inhibitors to decrease gastric acid production.
• Inserting a nasogastric tube and starting enteral feedings to maintain gut integrity and prevent the stress response that can lead to ulcer formation.
• Giving fluids as prescribed to prevent hypotension and shock, which can decrease blood flow to the stomach and lead to ulcer formation.