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Which factor tends to delay gastric emptying?
Which factor tends to delay gastric emptying?
- Consumption of meals high in fiber
- Consumption of meals high in carbohydrates
- Consumption of meals high in fat (correct)
- Consumption of meals high in protein
What type of drugs may irritate the gastric mucosa during prolonged contact?
What type of drugs may irritate the gastric mucosa during prolonged contact?
- Antihistamines
- Antibiotics
- Antacids
- Aspirin (correct)
What is the effect of delayed stomach emptying on unstable drugs such as penicillin?
What is the effect of delayed stomach emptying on unstable drugs such as penicillin?
- They may become more potent
- They may decompose (correct)
- They may become less effective
- They may lose their color
What happens to liquids and small particles in the stomach?
What happens to liquids and small particles in the stomach?
What is the effect of volume on gastric emptying?
What is the effect of volume on gastric emptying?
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What delays stomach emptying?
What delays stomach emptying?
Foods high in fat slow down the rate at which the stomach empties.
Which drugs can irritate the stomach?
Which drugs can irritate the stomach?
Aspirin can cause irritation and damage to the lining of the stomach if it stays there for a long time.
What happens to unstable drugs with delayed stomach emptying?
What happens to unstable drugs with delayed stomach emptying?
When a drug stays in the stomach for a long time, it can break down and become less effective.
How long do liquids stay in the stomach?
How long do liquids stay in the stomach?
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How does the amount of food affect stomach emptying?
How does the amount of food affect stomach emptying?
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