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washai

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The nurse understands that antacids absorbed systemically:
 
  a. have a rapid onset and a short duration of action.
  b. primarily remain in the GI tract.
  c. are most useful for long-term therapy.
  d. do not alter acid-base balance.

Question 2

The ideal antacid does not cause acid rebound. Acid rebound is best described as:
 
  a. overproduction of acid after eating a high-fat meal.
  b. overproduction of acid when the stomach pH is above the 4-5 range.
  c. ability to form chemical complexes with drugs.
  d. acid-base imbalance caused by consuming too much antacid.


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

ANS: A

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A Correct: This is true of systemic antacids.
B Incorrect: They are systemically circulated.
C Incorrect: They are most useful for short-term therapy.
D Incorrect: They can cause acid-base and electrolyte imbalances.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This does not describe acid rebound.
B Correct: This describes acid rebound.
C Incorrect: This does not describe acid rebound.
D Incorrect: This does not describe acid rebound.


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