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What is the primary goal of treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
What is the primary goal of treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
- Induce remission
- Reduce risk of colorectal cancer
- Resolve acute episodes and prolong remission (correct)
- Eliminate symptoms completely
Which of the following medications is used for active and chronic symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
Which of the following medications is used for active and chronic symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
- Corticosteroids
- All of the above
- Aminosalicylates
- Thiopurines (correct)
What is the mechanism of action of Corticosteroids in Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
What is the mechanism of action of Corticosteroids in Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
- Modulation of gene expression
- Induction of apoptosis in immune cells
- Inhibition of inflammatory pathways (correct)
- Stimulation of anti-inflammatory proteins
Which of the following Aminosalicylates is a prodrug of 5-ASA?
Which of the following Aminosalicylates is a prodrug of 5-ASA?
What is a potential side effect of Aminosalicylates?
What is a potential side effect of Aminosalicylates?
Which of the following medications is used for active and chronic symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease refractory to corticosteroids?
Which of the following medications is used for active and chronic symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease refractory to corticosteroids?
What is a caution for the use of Aminosalicylates?
What is a caution for the use of Aminosalicylates?
What is a side effect of Corticosteroids?
What is a side effect of Corticosteroids?
What is the primary location of G cells?
What is the primary location of G cells?
What is the function of somatostatin?
What is the function of somatostatin?
What is the main function of Enterochromaffin cells?
What is the main function of Enterochromaffin cells?
What is the purpose of the Gastric Mucosal Barrier?
What is the purpose of the Gastric Mucosal Barrier?
What is the condition characterized by the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus?
What is the condition characterized by the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus?
What stimulates the secretion of gastrin?
What stimulates the secretion of gastrin?
What is the fate of serotonin in the blood?
What is the fate of serotonin in the blood?
What is the stimulus that most potently releases serotonin from Enterochromaffin cells?
What is the stimulus that most potently releases serotonin from Enterochromaffin cells?
What is the mechanism of action of Misoprostol in reducing gastric acid secretion?
What is the mechanism of action of Misoprostol in reducing gastric acid secretion?
What is the primary indication for the use of Pirenzepine?
What is the primary indication for the use of Pirenzepine?
What is the unique requirement for the activation of Sucralfate?
What is the unique requirement for the activation of Sucralfate?
Which of the following is a common side effect of Misoprostol?
Which of the following is a common side effect of Misoprostol?
What is the effect of Pirenzepine on gastric acid secretion?
What is the effect of Pirenzepine on gastric acid secretion?
What is the primary advantage of using Sucralfate over H2 receptor blockers?
What is the primary advantage of using Sucralfate over H2 receptor blockers?
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Misoprostol in women?
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Misoprostol in women?
What is the mechanism of action of Chelated Bismuth in protecting the ulcer crater?
What is the mechanism of action of Chelated Bismuth in protecting the ulcer crater?
What is the mechanism of action of bulk agents?
What is the mechanism of action of bulk agents?
What is the primary mechanism of action for Lactulose?
What is the primary mechanism of action for Lactulose?
What is a common side effect of infliximab?
What is a common side effect of infliximab?
What is the effect of enteral loss of water and salts on potassium levels?
What is the effect of enteral loss of water and salts on potassium levels?
What is a major side effect of steroid use?
What is a major side effect of steroid use?
What is the primary action of lubricant laxatives like Docusate sodium?
What is the primary action of lubricant laxatives like Docusate sodium?
What is the primary goal of bridging therapy?
What is the primary goal of bridging therapy?
What is the effect of repeated use of laxatives on the colon?
What is the effect of repeated use of laxatives on the colon?
What is the mechanism of action of Bisacodyl?
What is the mechanism of action of Bisacodyl?
What is the most common cause of constipation in laxative abuse?
What is the most common cause of constipation in laxative abuse?
What is the effect of Laxative abuse on peristalsis?
What is the effect of Laxative abuse on peristalsis?
What is the mechanism of action of osmotic laxatives?
What is the mechanism of action of osmotic laxatives?
What is the primary action of Polyethylene glycol?
What is the primary action of Polyethylene glycol?
What is the purpose of monitoring blood pressure in patients taking steroids?
What is the purpose of monitoring blood pressure in patients taking steroids?
What is the effect of Senna on the bowel?
What is the effect of Senna on the bowel?
What is the increased risk of infection with infliximab use?
What is the increased risk of infection with infliximab use?
