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Which part of the digestive system does not have the same mucous protection as the stomach?
Which part of the digestive system does not have the same mucous protection as the stomach?
- Small intestine
- Esophagus
- Duodenum (correct)
- Pancreas
What is the purpose of prostaglandins in the stomach?
What is the purpose of prostaglandins in the stomach?
- To maintain good blood flow (correct)
- To neutralize stomach acid
- To aid in digestion
- To prevent ulcers
Which of the following is a direct-acting stimulus for nausea and vomiting?
Which of the following is a direct-acting stimulus for nausea and vomiting?
- Big meal
- Motion sickness
- Certain antibiotics
- Fear or anxiety (correct)
What is the purpose of antiemetic drugs?
What is the purpose of antiemetic drugs?
Which category of drugs is used to help neutralize gastric acid and reduce symptoms of indigestion and heartburn?
Which category of drugs is used to help neutralize gastric acid and reduce symptoms of indigestion and heartburn?
Which neurotransmitter causes nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or to its receptors in the GI system?
Which neurotransmitter causes nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or to its receptors in the GI system?
What is the purpose of antidiarrheal drugs?
What is the purpose of antidiarrheal drugs?
Which class of antiemetic drugs reduces or halts nausea and vomiting by blocking serotonin (5-HT3) receptors in the intestinal tract and the CTZ?
Which class of antiemetic drugs reduces or halts nausea and vomiting by blocking serotonin (5-HT3) receptors in the intestinal tract and the CTZ?
What do antiemetic drugs do?
What do antiemetic drugs do?
What is the major use of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What is the major use of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What is the purpose of cytoprotective drugs?
What is the purpose of cytoprotective drugs?
What is the common ending for drugs in the class of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What is the common ending for drugs in the class of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
Which class of drugs reduces gastric acid secretions by inhibiting the binding of histamine to H2 receptors on the parietal cells in the stomach?
Which class of drugs reduces gastric acid secretions by inhibiting the binding of histamine to H2 receptors on the parietal cells in the stomach?
Which class of drugs promotes bowel movements by stimulating peristalsis, increasing the bulk of the stool, or by softening the stool?
Which class of drugs promotes bowel movements by stimulating peristalsis, increasing the bulk of the stool, or by softening the stool?
Which class of drugs reduces GI motility and increases the ability of the intestine to absorb water, but does not have the analgesic or opioid-like effects?
Which class of drugs reduces GI motility and increases the ability of the intestine to absorb water, but does not have the analgesic or opioid-like effects?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, to move contents more quickly through the tract by blocking dopamine receptors?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, to move contents more quickly through the tract by blocking dopamine receptors?
Which area of the brain contains substance P/NK1 receptors that can cause nausea and vomiting when activated?
Which area of the brain contains substance P/NK1 receptors that can cause nausea and vomiting when activated?
What should be done if a patient experiences severe abdominal pain while taking antiemetic drugs?
What should be done if a patient experiences severe abdominal pain while taking antiemetic drugs?
Why is it important to give antiemetic drugs for nausea rather than waiting until the patient vomits?
Why is it important to give antiemetic drugs for nausea rather than waiting until the patient vomits?
What should be done if a patient vomits emesis that looks like coffee grounds or is red-tinged?
What should be done if a patient vomits emesis that looks like coffee grounds or is red-tinged?
Which drug is typically given as liquid-filled capsules and is used to reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy?
Which drug is typically given as liquid-filled capsules and is used to reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, by blocking dopamine (D2) receptors in the CTZ and the intestinal tract?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, by blocking dopamine (D2) receptors in the CTZ and the intestinal tract?
What are the common central nervous system (CNS) side effects for serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What are the common central nervous system (CNS) side effects for serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
When do the delayed nausea and vomiting typically start after chemotherapy?
When do the delayed nausea and vomiting typically start after chemotherapy?
Which drug is the first in the class of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
Which drug is the first in the class of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
What are the expected side effects of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
What are the expected side effects of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
What is one of the most common adverse reactions associated with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
What is one of the most common adverse reactions associated with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
Which drugs interact with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists and can cause increased dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation?
Which drugs interact with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists and can cause increased dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation?
Which part of the digestive system does not have the same mucous protection as the stomach?
Which part of the digestive system does not have the same mucous protection as the stomach?
What are the common problems that the digestive system can have, as mentioned in the text?
What are the common problems that the digestive system can have, as mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of antiemetic drugs?
What is the purpose of antiemetic drugs?
What class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
What class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
What is the purpose of antidiarrheal drugs?
What is the purpose of antidiarrheal drugs?
Which drug is typically given as liquid-filled capsules and is used to reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy?
Which drug is typically given as liquid-filled capsules and is used to reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, to move contents more quickly through the tract by blocking dopamine receptors?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, to move contents more quickly through the tract by blocking dopamine receptors?
Which class of antiemetic drugs reduces or halts nausea and vomiting by blocking serotonin (5-HT3) receptors in the intestinal tract and the CTZ?
Which class of antiemetic drugs reduces or halts nausea and vomiting by blocking serotonin (5-HT3) receptors in the intestinal tract and the CTZ?
What is the common ending for drugs in the class of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What is the common ending for drugs in the class of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
Which area of the brain contains substance P/NK1 receptors that can cause nausea and vomiting when activated?
Which area of the brain contains substance P/NK1 receptors that can cause nausea and vomiting when activated?
Which drugs interact with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists and can cause increased dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation?
Which drugs interact with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists and can cause increased dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation?
Which neurotransmitter causes nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or to its receptors in the GI system?
Which neurotransmitter causes nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or to its receptors in the GI system?
What is the purpose of prostaglandins in the stomach?
What is the purpose of prostaglandins in the stomach?
What are the common central nervous system (CNS) side effects for serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What are the common central nervous system (CNS) side effects for serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
Which class of drugs inhibits the binding of histamine to H2 receptors on the parietal cells in the stomach, thereby decreasing gastric acid secretions?
Which class of drugs inhibits the binding of histamine to H2 receptors on the parietal cells in the stomach, thereby decreasing gastric acid secretions?
What class of drugs promotes bowel movements by stimulating peristalsis, increasing the bulk of the stool, or by softening the stool?
What class of drugs promotes bowel movements by stimulating peristalsis, increasing the bulk of the stool, or by softening the stool?
Which class of antidiarrheals reduces GI motility and increases the ability of the intestine to absorb water, but does not have the analgesic or opioid-like effects?
Which class of antidiarrheals reduces GI motility and increases the ability of the intestine to absorb water, but does not have the analgesic or opioid-like effects?
What type of antiemetic drug reduces nausea and vomiting by blocking dopamine receptors in the CTZ?
What type of antiemetic drug reduces nausea and vomiting by blocking dopamine receptors in the CTZ?
Which class of drugs is typically reserved for patients who continue to have nausea and vomiting who do not respond to other categories of antiemetics?
Which class of drugs is typically reserved for patients who continue to have nausea and vomiting who do not respond to other categories of antiemetics?
Which drug is typically given as a liquid-filled capsule and is used to reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy?
Which drug is typically given as a liquid-filled capsule and is used to reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, by blocking dopamine (D2) receptors in the CTZ and the intestinal tract?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, by blocking dopamine (D2) receptors in the CTZ and the intestinal tract?
Which class of drugs is most effective at managing delayed nausea and vomiting that often starts 24 to 72 hours after chemotherapy?
Which class of drugs is most effective at managing delayed nausea and vomiting that often starts 24 to 72 hours after chemotherapy?
What is one of the expected side effects of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
What is one of the expected side effects of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
Which drug interaction can occur when substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists are used with certain benzodiazepines?
Which drug interaction can occur when substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists are used with certain benzodiazepines?
What is one of the adverse reactions associated with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
What is one of the adverse reactions associated with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
Which class of drugs do substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists interact with, causing increased dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation?
Which class of drugs do substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists interact with, causing increased dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation?
What is the first drug in the class of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
What is the first drug in the class of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
What is the purpose of prostaglandins in the stomach?
What is the purpose of prostaglandins in the stomach?
Which neurotransmitter causes nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or to its receptors in the GI system?
Which neurotransmitter causes nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or to its receptors in the GI system?
What is the major use of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What is the major use of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
Which area of the brain contains substance P/NK1 receptors that can cause nausea and vomiting when activated?
Which area of the brain contains substance P/NK1 receptors that can cause nausea and vomiting when activated?
What is the purpose of prostaglandins in the stomach?
What is the purpose of prostaglandins in the stomach?
What are the common central nervous system (CNS) side effects for serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What are the common central nervous system (CNS) side effects for serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
Which neurotransmitter is responsible for causing nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or the GI system?
Which neurotransmitter is responsible for causing nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or the GI system?
What is the major use of substance P/neurokinin1 receptor antagonists?
What is the major use of substance P/neurokinin1 receptor antagonists?
Which class of antiemetic drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
Which class of antiemetic drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
What is one of the expected side effects of phenothiazines?
What is one of the expected side effects of phenothiazines?
Which receptors do substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists block in the CTZ to prevent nausea and vomiting?
Which receptors do substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists block in the CTZ to prevent nausea and vomiting?
What is the purpose of rinsing the mouth carefully with clear liquids after vomiting?
What is the purpose of rinsing the mouth carefully with clear liquids after vomiting?
What is the recommended timing for taking antiemetic drugs to prevent vomiting?
What is the recommended timing for taking antiemetic drugs to prevent vomiting?
Which substances can substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists interact with, causing increased dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation?
Which substances can substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists interact with, causing increased dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation?
Which of the following is a serious adverse effect of cannabinoids?
Which of the following is a serious adverse effect of cannabinoids?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for trimethobenzamide (Tigan)?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for trimethobenzamide (Tigan)?
Which neurotransmitter is blocked by cannabinoids to reduce nausea and vomiting?
Which neurotransmitter is blocked by cannabinoids to reduce nausea and vomiting?
What is the purpose of metoclopramide (Reglan) in the upper GI tract?
What is the purpose of metoclopramide (Reglan) in the upper GI tract?
Which class of drugs reduces gastric acid secretions by binding to the proton pump of the parietal cells in the stomach?
Which class of drugs reduces gastric acid secretions by binding to the proton pump of the parietal cells in the stomach?
Which class of drugs reduces or halts nausea and vomiting by blocking 5-HT3 receptors in the intestinal tract and the CTZ?
Which class of drugs reduces or halts nausea and vomiting by blocking 5-HT3 receptors in the intestinal tract and the CTZ?
Which class of drugs blocks the substance P/neurokinin1 (NK1) receptors in the CTZ, preventing substance P and neurokinin from triggering the CTZ?
Which class of drugs blocks the substance P/neurokinin1 (NK1) receptors in the CTZ, preventing substance P and neurokinin from triggering the CTZ?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, to move contents more quickly through the tract by blocking dopamine (D2) receptors in the CTZ and the intestinal tract?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, to move contents more quickly through the tract by blocking dopamine (D2) receptors in the CTZ and the intestinal tract?
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
What is the purpose of prostaglandins in the stomach?
What is the purpose of prostaglandins in the stomach?
Which neurotransmitter causes nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or to its receptors in the GI system?
Which neurotransmitter causes nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or to its receptors in the GI system?
Which part of the digestive system does not have the same mucous protection as the stomach?
Which part of the digestive system does not have the same mucous protection as the stomach?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
What should be done if a patient vomits emesis that looks like coffee grounds or is red-tinged?
What should be done if a patient vomits emesis that looks like coffee grounds or is red-tinged?
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
Which class of drugs is commonly used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting after cancer chemotherapy and surgery?
What is one of the expected side effects of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
What is one of the expected side effects of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
Which neurotransmitter causes nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or to its receptors in the GI system?
Which neurotransmitter causes nausea and vomiting when it binds to its receptors in either the CTZ or to its receptors in the GI system?
Which class of drugs promotes bowel movements by stimulating peristalsis, increasing the bulk of the stool, or by softening the stool?
Which class of drugs promotes bowel movements by stimulating peristalsis, increasing the bulk of the stool, or by softening the stool?
Which part of the digestive system is at risk for developing ulcers due to exposure to acid and digestive enzymes?
Which part of the digestive system is at risk for developing ulcers due to exposure to acid and digestive enzymes?
Which class of drugs is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting that occur with any problem?
Which class of drugs is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting that occur with any problem?
Which part of the brain receives direct-acting stimuli that can cause nausea and vomiting?
Which part of the brain receives direct-acting stimuli that can cause nausea and vomiting?
Which class of antiemetic drugs affects dopamine receptors in the CTZ to reduce nausea and vomiting?
Which class of antiemetic drugs affects dopamine receptors in the CTZ to reduce nausea and vomiting?
Which class of drugs promotes bowel movements by stimulating peristalsis, increasing the bulk of the stool, or by softening the stool?
Which class of drugs promotes bowel movements by stimulating peristalsis, increasing the bulk of the stool, or by softening the stool?
What is the purpose of proton pump inhibitors?
What is the purpose of proton pump inhibitors?
Which neurotransmitter is blocked by phenothiazine to reduce nausea and vomiting?
Which neurotransmitter is blocked by phenothiazine to reduce nausea and vomiting?
Which class of drugs reduces or halts nausea and vomiting by blocking serotonin receptors in the intestinal tract and the CTZ?
Which class of drugs reduces or halts nausea and vomiting by blocking serotonin receptors in the intestinal tract and the CTZ?
Which receptor in the CTZ can cause nausea and vomiting when activated?
Which receptor in the CTZ can cause nausea and vomiting when activated?
What is the purpose of substance P/neurokinin1 (NK1) receptor antagonists?
What is the purpose of substance P/neurokinin1 (NK1) receptor antagonists?
What should patients taking antiemetics avoid?
What should patients taking antiemetics avoid?
What is the recommended action for taking antiemetic drugs?
What is the recommended action for taking antiemetic drugs?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, to move contents more quickly through the tract by blocking dopamine (D2) receptors in the CTZ and the intestinal tract?
Which class of drugs increases contraction of the upper GI tract, including the stomach and the small intestines, to move contents more quickly through the tract by blocking dopamine (D2) receptors in the CTZ and the intestinal tract?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for dronabinol (Marinol, Syndros) as liquid-filled capsules?
What are the common central nervous system (CNS) side effects for serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What are the common central nervous system (CNS) side effects for serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
Which drug is typically given as liquid-filled capsules and is used to reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy?
Which drug is typically given as liquid-filled capsules and is used to reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy?
Which class of drugs reduces nausea and vomiting by blocking serotonin (5-HT3) receptors in the intestinal tract and the CTZ?
Which class of drugs reduces nausea and vomiting by blocking serotonin (5-HT3) receptors in the intestinal tract and the CTZ?
What is the major use of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What is the major use of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
Which class of drugs reduces or prevents immediate and delayed nausea and vomiting by blocking the substance P/neurokinin1 receptors in the CTZ?
Which class of drugs reduces or prevents immediate and delayed nausea and vomiting by blocking the substance P/neurokinin1 receptors in the CTZ?
Which class of drugs reduces nausea and vomiting by blocking dopamine (D2) receptors in the CTZ?
Which class of drugs reduces nausea and vomiting by blocking dopamine (D2) receptors in the CTZ?
Which of the following is an expected side effect of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
Which of the following is an expected side effect of substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
What is one of the most common adverse reactions associated with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
What is one of the most common adverse reactions associated with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists?
Which class of drugs interacts with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists, causing increased dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation?
Which class of drugs interacts with substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists, causing increased dizziness, drowsiness, and sedation?
What is the purpose of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
What is the purpose of serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists?
Which of the following is a drug interaction that can occur when substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists are used with certain benzodiazepines?
Which of the following is a drug interaction that can occur when substance P/NK1 receptor antagonists are used with certain benzodiazepines?
When do the delayed nausea and vomiting typically start after chemotherapy?
When do the delayed nausea and vomiting typically start after chemotherapy?
