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EDAPT: Nutrition Questions and Answers
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Identify the areas of the stomach. Ans: 1. Cardiac zone
2. Fundic zone
3. Pyloric zone
Match the gastric gland cell with its function. Ans: Produce and secrete
hydrochloric acid - Parietal cells
Secrete pepsinogen, which is a precursor to pepsin - Chief cells
Provide a protective coating for the stomach - Mucous cells
Which receptors in the stomach are responsible for stimulating the secretion
of acid from the parietal cells? Select all that apply. Ans: Histamine
Gastrin
Acetylcholine (ACh)
Match each gastric cell type with the substance they secrete: Ans: G cells -
Gastrin
Enterochromaffin-like cells (ECL) - Histamine
Parietal cells - Hydrochloric acid
Chief cells - Pepsinogen
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Mucous cells - Mucus
The __________ produces and secretes hydrochloric acid when stimulated by
histamine, gastrin, or acetylcholine. This will maintain the stomach
environment at a pH of __________. Ans: Parietal cell
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Acid-controlling medications are indicated for which of these conditions?
Select all that apply. Ans: Peptic ulcer disease
Gastroesophageal reflux disorder
Helicobacter pylori infection
Match the acid-controlling drugs with how they work. Ans: Antacids -
Reduce acid by neutralization within the stomach.
Histamine 2 (H2) Blockers (H2 receptor antagonist) - Reduce acid by blocking
signals to the parietal cells.
Proton Pump Inhibitors - Reduce acid by working within the parietal cells.
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a __________ that can infect the __________,
causing stomach pain, bloating, and loss of appetite. Usually, __________ are
needed to treat this condition. Ans: Bacteria
Lining of the stomach
Acid-controlling drugs and antibiotics
Match the medication with the mechanism of action: Ans: Calcium
carbonate - Reduces acid by acting as a buffer to neutralize stomach acid
and increase stomach pH.
Famotidine - Reduces acid by blocking the production of histamine.
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Omeprazole - Reduces acid by turning off the proton pump.
The telehealth nurse is responding to a question sent to the Hancock
Healthcare Services' social media page. Review the questions and choose the
best response for each.
Mandy345 asks:
I have heartburn and I am in the pharmacy. Do all acid-controlling drugs
work the same way? Ans: "Acid-controlling drugs do not all work the same
way."
The telehealth nurse is responding to a question sent to the Hancock
Healthcare Services' social media page. Review the questions and choose the
best response for each.
MrTom2u wrote:
I take a lot of prescribed daily medication, including digoxin. Is it safe to
take any type of acid-controlling drugs with my medications? Ans: "Acid-
controlling drugs are generally safe. Check with your healthcare provider for
the best choice of acid-controlling drugs for you."
The telehealth nurse is responding to a question sent to the Hancock
Healthcare Services' social media page. Review the questions and choose the
best response for each.
Mavis52 wrote:
What lifestyle changes can I start that will prevent/reduce my heartburn
(hyperacidity) symptoms? Ans: "Changing your diet, reducing stress, and
avoiding alcohol can decease your symptoms. "
The telehealth nurse is responding to a question sent to the Hancock
Healthcare Services' social media page. Review the questions and choose the
best response for each.
© 2025 All rights reserved
EDAPT: Nutrition Questions and Answers
Latest Update
Identify the areas of the stomach. Ans: 1. Cardiac zone
2. Fundic zone
3. Pyloric zone
Match the gastric gland cell with its function. Ans: Produce and secrete
hydrochloric acid - Parietal cells
Secrete pepsinogen, which is a precursor to pepsin - Chief cells
Provide a protective coating for the stomach - Mucous cells
Which receptors in the stomach are responsible for stimulating the secretion
of acid from the parietal cells? Select all that apply. Ans: Histamine
Gastrin
Acetylcholine (ACh)
Match each gastric cell type with the substance they secrete: Ans: G cells -
Gastrin
Enterochromaffin-like cells (ECL) - Histamine
Parietal cells - Hydrochloric acid
Chief cells - Pepsinogen
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Mucous cells - Mucus
The __________ produces and secretes hydrochloric acid when stimulated by
histamine, gastrin, or acetylcholine. This will maintain the stomach
environment at a pH of __________. Ans: Parietal cell
1 to 4
Acid-controlling medications are indicated for which of these conditions?
Select all that apply. Ans: Peptic ulcer disease
Gastroesophageal reflux disorder
Helicobacter pylori infection
Match the acid-controlling drugs with how they work. Ans: Antacids -
Reduce acid by neutralization within the stomach.
Histamine 2 (H2) Blockers (H2 receptor antagonist) - Reduce acid by blocking
signals to the parietal cells.
Proton Pump Inhibitors - Reduce acid by working within the parietal cells.
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a __________ that can infect the __________,
causing stomach pain, bloating, and loss of appetite. Usually, __________ are
needed to treat this condition. Ans: Bacteria
Lining of the stomach
Acid-controlling drugs and antibiotics
Match the medication with the mechanism of action: Ans: Calcium
carbonate - Reduces acid by acting as a buffer to neutralize stomach acid
and increase stomach pH.
Famotidine - Reduces acid by blocking the production of histamine.
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Omeprazole - Reduces acid by turning off the proton pump.
The telehealth nurse is responding to a question sent to the Hancock
Healthcare Services' social media page. Review the questions and choose the
best response for each.
Mandy345 asks:
I have heartburn and I am in the pharmacy. Do all acid-controlling drugs
work the same way? Ans: "Acid-controlling drugs do not all work the same
way."
The telehealth nurse is responding to a question sent to the Hancock
Healthcare Services' social media page. Review the questions and choose the
best response for each.
MrTom2u wrote:
I take a lot of prescribed daily medication, including digoxin. Is it safe to
take any type of acid-controlling drugs with my medications? Ans: "Acid-
controlling drugs are generally safe. Check with your healthcare provider for
the best choice of acid-controlling drugs for you."
The telehealth nurse is responding to a question sent to the Hancock
Healthcare Services' social media page. Review the questions and choose the
best response for each.
Mavis52 wrote:
What lifestyle changes can I start that will prevent/reduce my heartburn
(hyperacidity) symptoms? Ans: "Changing your diet, reducing stress, and
avoiding alcohol can decease your symptoms. "
The telehealth nurse is responding to a question sent to the Hancock
Healthcare Services' social media page. Review the questions and choose the
best response for each.
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