NURSING 6005 WEEK 6 PHARM KNOWLEDGE CHECK
Question 15. Metoclopramide improves GERD symptoms by:
Reducing acid secretion
Increasing gastric pH
Increasing lower esophageal tone
Decreasing lower esophag
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NURSING 6005 WEEK 6 PHARM KNOWLEDGE CHECK
Question 15. Metoclopramide improves GERD symptoms by:
Reducing acid secretion
Increasing gastric pH
Increasing lower esophageal tone
Decreasing lower esophageal tone
Question 16. Patients who are on chronic long-term PPI therapy require monitoring for:
Iron deficiency anemia, vitamin B12, and calcium deficiency
Folate and magnesium deficiency
Elevated uric acid levels leading to gout
Hypokalemia and hypocalcemia
Magnesium Carbonate-containing antacids may cause gastrointestinal side effects like flatulence & diarrhea. These side effects are also a result of depletion of vital nutrients mentioned above.
Magnesium Hydroxide-containing antacids may cause gastrointestinal side effects like:
• Stomach cramps
• Upset stomach
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
These side effects are also a result of depletion of vital nutrients like calcium, phosphorus & vitamin D. https://www.sepalika.com/gerd/side-effects-of-antacids/
1st attempt 40% 2nd 80%
Question 1
A client has taken an excessive amount of calcium carbonate antacids over time. What would a Nurse Practitioner NOT need to counsel the client about regarding an excessive intake of calcium carbonate?
hypercalcemia
alkalosis
renal impairment
acidosis
Question 2
A client taking long-term antacids complains of diarrhea. What can a provider conclude about the patient?
The client is taking a sodium bicarbonate-containing antacid.
The client is taking a calcium carbonate-containing antacid.
The client is taking an aluminum-containing antacid.
The client is taking a magnesium-containing antacid.
Question 3
A client taking long-term antacids complains of constipation. What can a provider conclude about the patient?
The client is taking a sodium bicarbonate-containing antacid.
The client is taking a calcium carbonate-containing antacid.
The client is taking a magnesium-containing antacid.
The client is taking an aluminum-containing antacid.
Question 4
A client taking long-term antacids complains of excessive gas. What can a provider conclude about the patient?
The client is taking a sodium bicarbonate-containing antacid.
The client is taking a magnesium-containing antacid.
The client is taking an aluminum-containing antacid.
The client is taking a calcium carbonate-containing antacid.
Question 5
What drug therapy could a provider select to administer to a client seeking treatment for peptic ulcer disease (PUD)?
cholinesterase inhibitors
RANK ligand inhibitors
proton pump inhibitors
monoamine oxidase inhibitors
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