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abern

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Which is a common adverse effect of magnesium-based antacid preparations?
 
  a. Heartburn
  b. Rebound indigestion
  c. Constipation
  d. Diarrhea

Question 2

Which explanation by the nurse is accurate to include when teaching a patient who is beginning therapy for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) with metoclopramide?
 
  a. This medication decreases esophageal muscle tone to reduce reflux.
  b. Peristalsis is increased, so food is digested more quickly.
  c. Gastric emptying is delayed, so you may feel full for longer intervals.
  d. This medication is an antikinetic agent, so you may have difficulty with motor skills.


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jharrington11

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Magnesium oxide, magnesium hydroxide, and magnesium trisilicate are used in antacid preparations. All magnesium products can cause diarrhea. Milk of Magnesia is often taken for constipation. Antacids are given to relieve heartburn. Calcium-based antacids are likely to cause rebound indigestion. Magnesium is often given as a laxative, in antacid form or as magnesium sulfate.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Prokinetic agents increase the lower esophageal sphincter muscle pressure and peristalsis, hastening emptying of the stomach to reduce reflux. Metoclopramide increases lower esophageal sphincter pressure. Metoclopramide hastens gastric emptying. Metoclopramide is a prokinetic agent and does not affect motor function.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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