UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA — COLLEGE OF NURSING
NU 578 Pharmacology
Unit 4 GI Drugs Complete
Study Guide
Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Practice Questions
Topic Focus: PUD/GERD, Antacids, H2 Blockers, PPIs, Antidiarrheals, Laxatives,
Antiemetics, & IBD
Edition 1 · August 2026 · All Questions Complete
Table of Contents
1. Instructions for Use 2
2. PUD/GERD & Acid Suppression (Questions 1–25) 2
3. H2 Receptor Antagonists (Questions 26–40) 4
4. Proton Pump Inhibitors (Questions 41–55) 5
,5. Antacids & Mucosal Protectants (Questions 56–70) 6
6. Antidiarrheals & IBS Drugs (Questions 71–90) 7
7. Laxatives & Constipation (Questions 91–105) 8
8. Antiemetics & Nausea (Questions 106–120) 9
9. IBD & C. diff (Questions 121–130) 10
NU 578 Pharmacology Page 1
, NU 578 PHARMACOLOGY STUDY GUIDE PUD/GERD — Q1–25
How to Use This Guide
Read each stem, choose your answer, then check the rationale directly below it. The correct
option is marked, and each wrong option is explained so you understand why it's wrong — not
just that it is. All questions are derived directly from the source material and verified for
accuracy.
Category: PUD/GERD & Acid Suppression — Questions 1–25
1 What is the main treatment goal for PUD/GERD?
A Neutralization of stomach acid
B Eradication of H. pylori
C Promotion of gastric emptying
D Protection of the gastric mucosa only
Why A is correct: The main treatment goal for PUD and GERD is neutralization or reduction
of stomach acid to allow healing of mucosal damage and prevent further injury.
B — Eradication of H. pylori is important but not the main goal for all cases.
C — Promotility agents address symptoms but acid neutralization is primary.
D — Mucosal protection is supportive but not the primary goal.
NU 578 Pharmacology
Unit 4 GI Drugs Complete
Study Guide
Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Practice Questions
Topic Focus: PUD/GERD, Antacids, H2 Blockers, PPIs, Antidiarrheals, Laxatives,
Antiemetics, & IBD
Edition 1 · August 2026 · All Questions Complete
Table of Contents
1. Instructions for Use 2
2. PUD/GERD & Acid Suppression (Questions 1–25) 2
3. H2 Receptor Antagonists (Questions 26–40) 4
4. Proton Pump Inhibitors (Questions 41–55) 5
,5. Antacids & Mucosal Protectants (Questions 56–70) 6
6. Antidiarrheals & IBS Drugs (Questions 71–90) 7
7. Laxatives & Constipation (Questions 91–105) 8
8. Antiemetics & Nausea (Questions 106–120) 9
9. IBD & C. diff (Questions 121–130) 10
NU 578 Pharmacology Page 1
, NU 578 PHARMACOLOGY STUDY GUIDE PUD/GERD — Q1–25
How to Use This Guide
Read each stem, choose your answer, then check the rationale directly below it. The correct
option is marked, and each wrong option is explained so you understand why it's wrong — not
just that it is. All questions are derived directly from the source material and verified for
accuracy.
Category: PUD/GERD & Acid Suppression — Questions 1–25
1 What is the main treatment goal for PUD/GERD?
A Neutralization of stomach acid
B Eradication of H. pylori
C Promotion of gastric emptying
D Protection of the gastric mucosa only
Why A is correct: The main treatment goal for PUD and GERD is neutralization or reduction
of stomach acid to allow healing of mucosal damage and prevent further injury.
B — Eradication of H. pylori is important but not the main goal for all cases.
C — Promotility agents address symptoms but acid neutralization is primary.
D — Mucosal protection is supportive but not the primary goal.
