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mspears3

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Gastroscopy reveals degeneration of the gastric mucosa in the body and fundus of the stomach. This condition increases the risk for the development of:
 
  a. pernicious anemia.
  b. osmotic diarrhea.
  c. increased acid secretion.
  d. decreased gastrin secretion.

Question 2

A 45-year-old male complains of heartburn after eating and difficulty swallowing. These symp-toms support which diagnosis?
 
  a. Pyloric stenosis
  b. Gastric cancer
  c. Achalasia
  d. Hiatal hernia



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mammy1697

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Pernicious anemia can develop because the damage to the mucosa makes the intrinsic factor less available to facilitate vitamin B12 absorption in the ileum. None of the other options would result from this damage.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Regurgitation, dysphagia, and epigastric discomfort after eating are common in individuals with hiatal hernia. Pyloric stenosis is manifested by projectile vomiting. Gastric cancer is not mani-fested by heartburn. Achalasia is a form of functional dysphagia caused by loss of esophageal innervation.




mspears3

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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