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Question

Which medications should a pharmacy technician index as proton pump inhibitors in a drug reference? Select all that apply.

Pantoprazole✓ Correct

Pantoprazole is identified as a proton pump inhibitor.
Omeprazole✓ Correct

Omeprazole is listed in the same class.
Esomeprazole✓ Correct

Esomeprazole is listed in the same class.
Famotidine✗ Incorrect

Famotidine is an H2-receptor antagonist.
Sucralfate✗ Incorrect

Sucralfate is a mucosal protectant.

Answer

A. Pantoprazole · B. Omeprazole · C. Esomeprazole

Rationale

Pantoprazole, omeprazole and esomeprazole belong to the proton pump inhibitor group. Famotidine and sucralfate are in separate classes.

RememberPantoprazole, omeprazole and esomeprazole are proton pump inhibitors.

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Adapted from Open RN Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition: Chapter 7 Gastrointestinal System Open RN (Chippewa Valley Technical College) · License: CC BY 4.0 · Retrieved November 2, 2026 · Hyperacidity Medication Classes › Proton Pump Inhibitors; Hyperacidity Medication Classes › H2-Receptor Antagonist; Hyperacidity Medication Classes › Mucosal Protectants · 2nd edition, 2023

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