NR565 FINAL - WEEK 7 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS RATED A+

NR565 FINAL - WEEK 7 QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS RATED A+
H2 Receptor Antagonists Examples - CORRECT ANSWER -Cimetidine (Tagamet), Famotidine
(Pepcid), Nizatidine (Axid), Ranitidine (Zantac)



Which is most likely to interact due to the CYP450 enzyme system? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Cimetidine (Tagamet)

week inhibitor of the CYP450 system with frequent drug interactions.



H2 Receptor Antagonists - CORRECT ANSWER -more effective than antacids in treating acid
reflux and can be administered prophylactically or on an as-needed basis.



Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) - associated vitamin and/or mineral deficiencies - CORRECT
ANSWER -decreased absorption of calcium, magnesium, and B12 are associated with long term
PPI use. Contraindicated in individuals with hypocalcemia due to complications of bone
fractures.



Short term use of PPI's increases risk of what? - CORRECT ANSWER -fractures, pneumonia, acid
rebound, and possible intestinal infection with C-Diff (dose related)



PPI's are the most effective agent for... - CORRECT ANSWER -inhibiting acid secretion



Complications of long term PPI use warrant consideration when... - CORRECT ANSWER -
prescribing for prolonged durations of time.



Moderate to severe GERD treatment - CORRECT ANSWER -PPI Therapy