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NR293: Acid-Controlling Drugs (Chapter 50) Study guide verified to pass 2026/2027 What are the functions of antacids? - correct answer Neutralize acid secretions (decrease acidity, decrease pain) *Do not prevent* overproduction of acid. Promote gastric mucosal defensive mechanisms. Stimulate secretion of mucus, bicarbonate and prostaglandins. What are the indications for antacids? - correct answer Acute relief of symptoms (ie pain) associated with acid-related disorders (peptic ulcers, gastritis, gastric hyperacidity and heart burn) What are the contraindications of antacids? - correct answer Allergy Severe RF

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NR293: Acid-Controlling Drugs (Chapter
50) Study guide verified to pass
2026/2027
What are the functions of antacids? - correct answer Neutralize acid secretions (decrease acidity,
decrease pain)



*Do not prevent* overproduction of acid.



Promote gastric mucosal defensive mechanisms.



Stimulate secretion of mucus, bicarbonate and prostaglandins.



What are the indications for antacids? - correct answer Acute relief of symptoms (ie pain) associated
with acid-related disorders (peptic ulcers, gastritis, gastric hyperacidity and heart burn)



What are the contraindications of antacids? - correct answer Allergy



Severe RF



Electrolyte disturbance



GI obstruction



Pregnancy (usually safe, consult HCP first)

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