Gastrointestinal Medications: Chapter 37 Overview of Peptic Ulcer Disease and GERD
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What is the primary mechanism by which Helicobacter pylori bacteria cause peptic ulcer disease?

  • By increasing gastric acid production
  • By reducing the production of prostaglandins
  • By inhibiting the production of protective mucus layers (correct)
  • By releasing toxins that directly damage the epithelial lining
  • Which of the following medications is most likely to interact with multiple drugs?

  • Omeprazole
  • Cimetidine (correct)
  • Famotidine
  • Ranitidine
  • What is the primary benefit of taking proton pump inhibitors on an empty stomach?

  • To enhance the efficacy of the medication (correct)
  • To increase the absorption of the medication
  • To reduce the risk of drug interactions
  • To reduce the risk of adverse effects
  • Which of the following is a characteristic of duodenal ulcers?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using misoprostol with NSAIDs?

    <p>To prevent NSAID-induced peptic ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of antacids?

    <p>Neutralization of gastric acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of sucralfate in treating nausea and vomiting?

    <p>It binds to the gastric mucosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common side effect of phenothiazines, such as promethazine?

    <p>Anticholinergic effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for the use of ondansetron?

    <p>Moderate to severe nausea and vomiting in chemotherapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is a surfactant laxative?

    <p>Docusate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of bulk-forming laxatives such as psyllium?

    <p>Increasing the bulk of the stool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is an anti-histamine H-1 receptor blocker?

    <p>Hydroxyzine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of phenothiazines in treating nausea and vomiting?

    <p>Blocks dopamine receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of laxative increases the bulk of stool, making it easier to pass?

    <p>Bulk-forming laxative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using anti-histamines in treating nausea and vomiting?

    <p>Antagonizes H-1 receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of medication is commonly used to treat moderate to severe nausea and vomiting?

    <p>Serotonin receptor antagonists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of sucralfate in treating nausea and vomiting?

    <p>Binds to the gastric mucosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of laxative decreases the surface tension of stool, making it easier to pass?

    <p>Surfactant laxative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of constipation?

    <p>Infrequent and painful expulsion of hard, dry stools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of stimulant laxatives in treating constipation?

    <p>Increase gut motility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of peptic ulcer disease and GERD?

    <p>Overproduction of gastric acid and pepsin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a major risk factor for peptic ulcer disease?

    <p>Cigarette smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between antacids and histamine-2 receptor antagonists?

    <p>Antacids neutralize acid, while histamine-2 receptor antagonists reduce acid production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is used to prevent ulcers when taking NSAIDs?

    <p>Misoprostol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using proton pump inhibitors?

    <p>They reduce acid production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of gastric ulcers?

    <p>Pain worsens with food intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of famotidine over cimetidine?

    <p>Famotidine is less likely to interact with other drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is used to treat both peptic ulcer disease and GERD?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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