gastrointestinal

Question 1

the common bacteria causes peptic ulcer disease

Answer 1

Helicobacter pylori bacteria

Question 2

how is a peptic ulcer treated?

Answer 2

with at least 2 antibiotics (3 preferred)

Question 3

basic action of Histamine-2 (H2) Antagonists

Answer 3

Block the release of hydrochloric acid in response to gastrin

Question 4

the function of antacids

Answer 4

Interact with acids at the chemical level to neutralize them

Question 5

basic action of proton pump inhibitors

Answer 5

Suppress the secretion of hydrochloric acid into the lumen of the stomach

Question 6

how do prostaglandins function when used to treat GI ulcers?

Answer 6

Inhibit the secretion of gastrin and increase the secretion of the mucous lining of the stomach, providing a buffer

Question 7

prototype of antacids

Answer 7

aluminum hydroxide with magnesium hydroxide

Question 8

what type of patients should avoid antiacids

Answer 8

patients with chronic renal failure

Question 9

the most effective drugs to decrease gasrtic acid

Answer 9

proton pump inhibitors

Question 10

what type of laxative is psyllium?

Answer 10

bulf forming laxative

Question 11

what type of laxative is Docusate sodium

Answer 11

Surfactant laxative

Question 12

what type of laxative is Bisacodyl?

Answer 12

Stimulant laxatives

Question 13

what type of laxative is Milk of magnesia ?

Answer 13

osmotic laxative

Question 14

prototype for antidiarrheal drugs

Answer 14

diphenoxylate