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A Histamine Receptor Antagonist Such as Cimetidine (Tagamet)or Ranitidine (Zantac)is

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A histamine receptor antagonist such as cimetidine (Tagamet) or ranitidine (Zantac) is ordered for an infant with gastroesophageal reflux.The purpose of this is to:


A) Prevent reflux.
B) Prevent hematemesis.
C) Reduce gastric acid production.
D) Increase gastric acid production.

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