Chap 29 Flashcards
1
Q
- Following consumption of an offending substance, the presence of GI bleeding, belching, epigastric pain, and vomiting suggest
a. A gastric ulcer
b. Gastroespohageal reflux
c. Dyspepsia
d. Acute gastritis
A
D
2
Q
- Upper GI pain with no definite etiology is termed:
a. Dyspepsia
b. Gastritis
c. Dysphagia
d. Gastroenteritis
A
A
3
Q
- Which of the following is NOT a cause of gastroenteritis?
a. Viral infection
b. Bacterial infection
c. Excessive alcohol consumption
d. Emotional stress
A
C
4
Q
- The management of gastroenteritis includes which of the following?
a. Avoiding factors that bring on anxiety and stress
b. Avoiding dehydration
c. Taking sulfasalazine
d. Taking an antimotility drug
e. Al of the above
f. A, B, C
g. A, B, D
h. A, C, D
i. B, C, D
j. None of the above
A
G
5
Q
- Abdominal pain with alternating constipation and diarrhea, heartburn, abdominal distention, back pain, and weakness are characteristics of:
a. Crohn disease
b. Irritable bowel syndrome
c. Ulcerative colitis
d. Colitis
A
B
6
Q
- Which of the following is a sign or symptom of Crohn disease?
a. Colicky or steady abdominal; pain in the right lower quadrant
b. Lack of appetite
c. Hematemesis
d. Diarrhea
e. All of the above
f. A, B, C
g. A, B, D
h. A, C, D
i. B, C, D
j. None of the above
A
G
7
Q
- Recurrent bloody diarrhea is the classic symptom of:
a. Ulcerative colitis
b. Crohn disease
c. Irritable bowel syndrome
d. Gastroenteritis
A
A
8
Q
- Exercise-induced shunting can lead to which of the following?
a. Gastritis
b. Intestinal bleeding
c. Esophageal mobility
d. Prompt gastric emptying
e. All of the above
f. A, B, C
g. A, B, D
h. A, C, D
i. B, C, D
j. None of the above
A
F
9
Q
- Conditions that force contents of the abdomen superiorly, such as obesity, pregnancy, and running, are often associated with which of the following conditions?
a. Gastroesophageal reflux
b. Peptic ulcers
c. Dysphagia
d. Gastritis
A
A
10
Q
- Which of the following would NOT be part of a diet modification plan for someone who has a peptic ulcer?
a. Decrease consumption of alcohol
b. Decrease the use of caffeine
c. Decrease the use of tobacco products
d. Decrease clear fluid consumption
A
D
11
Q
- Antidiarrheal medications perform which of the following actions?
a. Increase intestinal movement
b. Modify intestinal bacteria
c. Decrease lower GI discomfort
d. Increase fluid absorption
e. All of the above
f. A, B, C
g. A, B, D
h. A, C, D
i. B, C, D
j. None of the above
A
I
12
Q
- Peptic ulcers normally occur in the:
a. Proximal esophagus
b. Small intestine
c. Stomach
d. Duodenum
e. All of the above
f. A, B, C
g. A, B, D
h. A, C, D
i. B, C, D
j. None of the above
A
H
13
Q
- Which of the following would NOT be suggested in the management of constipation?
a. Bran cereal
b. Fruits
c. Increase fluid intake
d. Decrease exercise
A
D
14
Q
- Common OTC stool softeners include which of the following:
a. Dulcolax
b. Metamucil
c. Imodium
d. Senokot
e. All of the above
f. A, B, C
g. A, B, D
h. A, C, D
i. B, C, D
j. None of the above
A
G
15
Q
- Which of the following increases the incidence of hemorrhoids?
a. Peptic ulcers
b. Gastritis
c. Dyspepsia
d. Constipation
A
D
16
Q
- Prior to running in the 100-m state finals, an athlete suddenly develops dry mouth, dyspepsia, abdominal cramping, and heartburn. What is the athlete most likely experiencing?
a. Gastritis
b. Anxiety reaction
c. Food positioning
d. Gastroesophageal reflux
A
B
17
Q
- An athlete is experiencing emesis. What should you do for this athlete?
a. Give the athlete an antihistamine
b. Summon EMS
c. Give the athlete a container in which to vomit
d. Give the athlete a decongestant
A
C
18
Q
- Each of the following would be part of the management of gastroesophageal reflux EXCEPT:
a. Use of antacids 4 hours prior to exercise
b. Use of antidiarrheals 4 hours prior to exercise
c. Timing of meals prior to exercise
d. Diet modification
A
B