Question 1

Symptoms of chronic pancreatitis include (select all that apply):
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

Accepted Answer

A)  lower abdominal pain, 
B)  loss of appetite 
C)  nausea and vomiting 
D)  weight gain

Question 2

The alimentary canal, or GI tract, is a long, continuous, hollow tube that extends from the mouth to the duodenum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

PUD and GERD are commonly treated with antiemetics and laxatives.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

An ulcer caused by H. pylori can be successfully treated with which classification of drugs? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

Accepted Answer

A)  Antacids 
B)  Proton pump inhibitors 
C)  H2-receptor blockers 
D)  Antibiotics

Question 5

What symptoms differentiate a duodenal ulcer from a gastric ulcer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nausea and vomiting 
B)  Anorexia 
C)  Postprandial pain 
D)  Nighttime pain

Question 6

Which of the following are conditions that may require the use of a laxative? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

Accepted Answer

A)  Chronic infrequent and painful bowel movements accompanied by severe straining 
B)  Following surgical procedures to prevent the patient from straining or bearing down when attempting a bowel movement. 
C)  To cleanse the bowel prior to surgery or for diagnostic procedures of the colon, such as a colonoscopy or barium enema. 
D)  When suffering from a bowel obstruction

Exam 29: Drugs for Gastrointestinal Disorders

Symptoms of chronic pancreatitis include (select all that apply) : Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

The alimentary canal, or GI tract, is a long, continuous, hollow tube that extends from the mouth to the duodenum.

PUD and GERD are commonly treated with antiemetics and laxatives.

An ulcer caused by H. pylori can be successfully treated with which classification of drugs? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

What symptoms differentiate a duodenal ulcer from a gastric ulcer?

Which of the following are conditions that may require the use of a laxative? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.