Pharmacology NURS 251 Module Exam 7 portage learning/ABCnursing/Geneva college Questions and Answer

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Question 1
What type of gastric acid is released by the parietal cells?
Answer:
Hydrochloric Acid (HCl)


Question 2
Select the substance below that is a major stimulator for the release of gastric juices.


Acetylcholine



HCl



Substance P



Serotonin



Question 3
Describe the role of gastrin in the release of gastric acid.
Answer:
Gastrin binds to its target receptors stimulating the release of more histamine and HCl.
The histamine then binds to the H2 receptors on the parietal cells which increases the
amount of HCl or gastric acid released.


Question 4
Name the type of bacteria that is the primary cause of peptic ulcers.
Answer:
Helicobacter Pylori or just H. Pylori

, Question 5
A patient has been diagnosed with a peptic ulcer not caused by bacteria. Select the drug
below least likely to have played a part in causing this ulcer.


Ibuprofen



Aspirin



Amoxicillin



Naproxen



Question 6
True or False. The pain associated with duodenal ulcers is often relieved with food.


True



False



Question 7
What does GERD stand for?
Answer:
Gastroesophageal reflux disease


Question 8
Select the TRUE statement regarding GERD.


Synonymous with occasional heartburn