pepsin Flashcards
1
Q
______ is a proteolytic enzyme that can contribute to ulcer formation
A
pepsin
2
Q
pepsin forms ulcers by breaking down protein in the ______ wall
A
gut wall
3
Q
activity of pepsin is _____ dependent
A
PH dependent
4
Q
what are the types of drugs that elevate gastric PH
A
antacids; histamine 2; antagonists; PPIs
5
Q
drugs that elevate gastric PH for example antacids; histamine 2; antagonists; PPIs can cause ____ to increase thereby enhancing pepsin’s destructive effects
A
peptic activity to increase
6
Q
to avoid activation of pepsin, drugs that reduce acidity should be administered in doses sufficient to raise the gastric ph above ______
A
5
