drug selection: nsaids induced ulcers

Question 1

what is the name of the treatment for nsaids induced ulcers

Answer 1

prophylaxis

Question 2

what age group is at risk for nsaids induced ulcers

Answer 2

age over 60

Question 3

if you have a history of _____ you are at risk for nsaids induced ulcers

Answer 3

history of ulcers

Question 4

if you have a high dose therapy of ________ you are at risk for nsaids induced ulcers

Answer 4

high dose therapy of NSAIDs

Question 5

________ medication is preferred for nsaids induced ulcers

Answer 5

proton pump inhibitors are preferred

Question 6

example of PPI

Answer 6

omeprazole

Question 7

________ is also an effective medication for nsaids induced ulcers but can cause diarrhea

Answer 7

misoprostol

Question 8

besides ulcer development; taking NSAIDs daily can mess up which organs

Answer 8

kidneys and liver

Question 9

what happens to BUN and creatine levels if you take NSAIDs daily and they affect your kidneys and liver

Answer 9

BUN and creatine levels go up

Question 10

_______- blockers and ________ are the treatments for NSAIDs induced ulcers

Answer 10

histamine blockers and PPIs (omeprazole)

Question 11

you should ________ NSAIDs if possible

Answer 11

discontinue