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Where do gastric ulcers primarily occur?
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?
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?
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?
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract is primarily affected by duodenal ulcers?
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What is the main goal of therapy for peptic ulcer disease?
What is the main goal of therapy for peptic ulcer disease?
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