Peptic Ulcer Management Quiz
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What is a recommended approach for pain relief in peptic ulcer patients according to the text?

  • Avoiding alcohol consumption (correct)
  • Taking aspirin and other NSAIDs
  • Having irregularly paced meals
  • Eating in a hurried setting
  • Which surgical management technique involves vagotomy with or without pylorplasty?

  • Endoscopic ultrasound
  • Gastric bypass surgery
  • Vagotomy (correct)
  • Antrectomy
  • What is an important nursing intervention for maintaining optimal nutritional status in peptic ulcer patients?

  • Ignoring any dietary restrictions
  • Promoting high alcohol intake
  • Advising on the importance of adhering to dietary restrictions (correct)
  • Encouraging weight gain through excessive eating
  • In the context of peptic ulcer management, what is a medication that should be avoided for pain relief?

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

    What is the purpose of an occult blood test in the context of peptic ulcers?

    <p>To detect blood loss periodically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is part of the Triple Therapy for peptic ulcer treatment?

    <p>PPIs + Clarithromycin+ amoxicillin or metronidazole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does smoking affect the acidity of the duodenum?

    <p>Decreases secretion of bicarbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a surgical management option for peptic ulcers?

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

    What is a common manifestation of gastric ulcers?

    <p>Awakening due to pain at night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which complication can be caused by gastric ulcers?

    <p>Vomiting relieved by vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What diagnostic procedure allows for direct visualization of inflammatory changes, ulcers, and lesions in the stomach?

    <p>Upper endoscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medical management strategy is important for ulcer healing?

    <p>Smoking cessation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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