177. A patient is experiencing severe heartburn and is prescribed an H2 receptor antagonist (e.g., ranitidine). The nurse explains that this medication works by:

  • Directly neutralizing stomach acid.
  • Blocking acid secretion stimulated by histamine.
  • Increasing gastric motility.
  • Coating the esophageal lining.
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