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Which protective mechanism prevents large food particles from directly touching the gastric epithelium?
Which protective mechanism prevents large food particles from directly touching the gastric epithelium?
- Reduced mucin secretion
- Decreased oxygen delivery
- Gastric bicarbonate transporters
- Secretion of mucus and phospholipids (correct)
Which symptom is typical for chronic gastritis?
Which symptom is typical for chronic gastritis?
- Hematemesis
- Joint pain
- Chest pain
- Nausea (correct)
What is the most common cause of gastropathy?
What is the most common cause of gastropathy?
- Alcohol (correct)
- Bacterial infection
- Viral infection
- Fungal infection
What is the most common cause of chronic gastritis?
What is the most common cause of chronic gastritis?
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"Inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX)" by NSAIDs illustrates the disruption of which protective mechanism?
"Inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX)" by NSAIDs illustrates the disruption of which protective mechanism?
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