Gastrointestinal Flashcards
What is the primary function of antacids?
To neutralize stomach acid.
True or False: Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are used to increase gastric acid production.
False
What is a common side effect of long-term use of PPIs?
Increased risk of fractures.
Which class of drugs is used to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?
Aminosalicylates.
What is the mechanism of action of osmotic laxatives?
They draw water into the intestines to soften stool.
Name a common side effect of opioids related to gastrointestinal function.
Constipation.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of antacid? A) Magnesium hydroxide B) Calcium carbonate C) Ranitidine D) Sodium bicarbonate
C) Ranitidine
What is the main therapeutic use of metoclopramide?
To treat nausea and gastroparesis.
True or False: Sucralfate works by forming a protective barrier over ulcers.
True
What is the primary use of probiotics in gastrointestinal therapy?
To restore gut flora balance.
Name one contraindication for the use of laxatives.
Bowel obstruction.
What type of drug is ondansetron?
An antiemetic.
Fill in the blank: The primary action of cholestyramine is to bind _____ in the intestines.
bile acids
True or False: Docusate sodium is a stimulant laxative.
False
What is the main concern with long-term use of laxatives?
Dependence and electrolyte imbalance.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common side effect of H2 receptor antagonists? A) Diarrhea B) Headache C) Dry mouth D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the role of bile salts in digestion?
To emulsify fats.
Fill in the blank: The medication used for maintenance therapy in ulcerative colitis is _______ and the drug class is ________.
Mesalazine, 5-aminosalicylates.
True or False: Rifaximin is an antibiotic used to treat traveler’s diarrhea.
True
What is the primary action of anti-diarrheal medications?
To slow down intestinal motility.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a stimulant laxative? A) Psyllium B) Bisacodyl C) Docusate D) Lactulose
B) Bisacodyl
What is the function of the gastrointestinal mucosa?
To protect the underlying tissues and facilitate absorption.
Fill in the blank: The main ingredient in Zantac is _____.
ranitidine
True or False: loperamide can be used to treat viral diarrhea.
False.
