Introduction to Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacotherapy
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Where do gastric ulcers primarily occur?

  • In the first part of the duodenum
  • On the lesser curvature of the stomach (correct)
  • On the greater curvature of the stomach
  • Anywhere in the stomach
  • What is the main cause of peptic ulcers?

  • Damage by gastric acid and pepsin (correct)
  • Genetic predisposition
  • Bacterial infection
  • Excessive alcohol consumption
  • What is the main focus of diagnostic tests intended for peptic ulcer disease?

  • Evaluating response to non-pharmacologic therapy
  • Assessing genetic predisposition to the disease
  • Monitoring physiological processes associated with the disease
  • Identifying the cause of an illness or disorder (correct)
  • Which part of the gastrointestinal tract is primarily affected by duodenal ulcers?

    <p>First part of the duodenum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of therapy for peptic ulcer disease?

    <p>Healing and preventing recurrence of ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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