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195. A patient with a severe gastrointestinal hemorrhage is receiving a continuous infusion of proton pump inhibitor (PPI). What is the medicinal purpose of this infusion?

A. To increase stomach acid
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B. To suppress gastric acid secretion and promote ulcer healing
C. To stimulate appetite
D. To reduce nausea

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  • To increase stomach acid
  • To suppress gastric acid secretion and promote ulcer healing
  • To stimulate appetite
  • To reduce nausea

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