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kshipps

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Why should a patient with GERD avoid substances such as chocolate, peppermint, alcohol, nicotine, and caffeinated drinks?
 
  a. These substances increase the pressure in the lower esophageal sphincter and lead to reflux.
  b. These substances decrease the pressure in the lower esophageal sphincter leading to reflux.
  c. These substances increase the pressure in the duodenal sphincter causing reflux and emesis.
  d. These substances decrease the pressure in the duodenal sphincter causing reflux and emesis.

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A patient is prescribed omeprazole (Prilosec) 40 mg orally for 6 weeks. For which common side effects will you monitor after giving this drug?
 
  a. Shortness of breath and increased respiratory rate
  b. Burning and itching with urination attempts
  c. Muscle aches and pains
  d. Diarrhea and gas


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Brummell1998

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D


kshipps

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

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