Exam I Flashcards
The overproduction of stomach acid is called…
Gastric hyperacidity
These are basic compounds composed of different combinations of acid neutralizing ionic salts…
Antacids
This is the enzyme in the stomach that breaks down proteins
Pepsin
What are the four main conditions caused by hyperacidity?
Acid reflux,
Ulcer disease,
Esophageal damage,
Esophageal cancer
_____ _____ aids digestion and also serves as a barrier to infection
Hydrochloric acid (HCl)
_____ is a base that is a natural mechanism to prevent hyperacidity
Bicarbonate
_____ is an enzyme precursor to pepsin, and enzyme that digests dietary proteins
Pepsinogen
_____ have a variety of anti-inflammatory and protective functions
Prostaglandins
What are the three primary types of glands in the stomach?
Cardiac,
Pyloric,
Gastric
What is the maintained pH level of the stomach?
1 to 4
Which substances stimulate HCl secretion?
Food,
Caffeine,
Chocolate,
Alcohol
Excess consumption of large, fatty meals or alcohol, and emotional distress can lead to hyper production and disorders such as peptic ulcer disease
_____ _____ _____ is a general term for gastric or duodenal ulcers that involve digestion of the GI mucosa by the enzyme pepsin.
Peptic ulcer disease
_____ is the activated form of pepsinogen
Pepsin
The sight, smell, and taste of food and its presence in the stomach are the primary stimulus for the release of _____ from the parietal cells.
HCl
Ulceration is driven by the protein breakdown action of _____ together with the causative effects of _____. This causes acid-peptic disorders (peptic ulcer disease)
Pepsin,
HCl
What is the first line treatment for H. Pylori?
10-14 days of PPI and antibiotics
What causes GI lesions?
Decreased blood flow,
Mucosal ischemia,
Hypo perfusion,
Reperfusion injury
_____, _____, and _____ predispose patients to GI bleed.
NG tubes,
Suctioning,
Ventilators
Which drug class is a histamine receptor blocker?
Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)
_____ are basic compounds used to neutralize stomach acid
Antacids
What is he mechanism of action for antacids?
Neutralizes stomach acid,
Promotes gastric mucosal defense
Aluminum salts, magnesium salts, calcium salts, and sodium bicarbonate salts are all forms of ______
Antacids
_____ and _____ salts can cause constipation
Aluminum,
Calcium
_____ salts can cause diarrhea
Magnesium
_____ salts can cause kidney stones
Calcium
_____ salts can cause metabolic alkalosis
Sodium bicarbonate
_____ salts are recommended for real disease
Aluminum
_____ and _____ salts are dangerous for patients with renal disease
Magnesium,
Calcium
Antacids can effect _____ _____ and cause interactions with drugs such as tetracycline, thyroid hormones, corticosteroids, digoxin, and some antibiotics.
GI absorption
Tums antacids are a _____ salt
Calcium
Milk of Magnesia is a _____ salt
Magnesium
Basajel is a _____ salt
Aluminum
_____ _____ reduce acid secretions, increasing pH) by blocking H2 receptors of the acid producing parietal cells.
H2 antagonists
What are the indications for antacids?
Peptic ulcer,
Gastritis,
Gastric hyperacidity,
Heartburn
What are the indications for H2 antagonists?
GERD,
Peptic ulcer disease,
GI bleed,
Erosive esophagitis
What are the side effects of H2 antagonists?
Confusion and disorientation in the elderly
Ranitidine (Zantac) and Famotidine (Pepcid) can cause thrombocytopenia
Cimetidine (Tagamet) may induce impotence and Gynacomastia
The H2 anatagonist ______ may cause impotence and Gynacomastia
Cimetidine (Tagamet)
The H2 antagonist _____ may raise the blood concentration of certain drugs, making it dangerous for the elderly.
Cimetidine (Tagamet)
______ reduces the effectiveness of H2 antagonists
Smoking
When should H2 antagonists be taken in relation to antacids?
1-2 hours before antacids
During assessment, what is important to note when the patient uses H2 antagonists?
- Renal and liver function (BUN, creatinine, bilirubin, ALP, AST, ALT)
- Level of consciousness
During assessment, what is important to note when the patient uses Antacids?
Electrolyte disturbance (sodium bicarbonate causes imbalance)
What is the patient teaching when giving antacids?
- Thoroughly chew all chewable tablets,
- Thoroughly shake all liquids,
- Drink 8oz of water to aid in absorption,
- Do not take within 1-2 hours of other medications (altered absorption),
- Call dr. w/prolonged diarrhea/constipation, increased abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, blood in vomit or stool
- if taking enteric-coated medications, antacids may prematurely dissolve coating and cause stomach upset
What are the indications for proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)?
GERD,
Peptic Ulcer Disease,
NSAID induced ulcers,
Treatment of H-Pylori