N & V
(Nausea & vomiting)
PUD
(Peptic Ulcer Disease)
BBF
(Belching, bloating and flatulence)
IBS
(Irritable Bowel Disease)
C & D
(Constipation & diarrhea)
100
This dopamine receptor antagonist has both antiemetic and prokinetic properties.
What is metoclopramide
100
These type of ulcers have a higher risk for malignancy.
What is gastric ulcers
100
This dietary restriction may help to prevent symptoms of BBF
What is lactose
100
This is an antispasmodic medication used in IBS.
What is Bentyl
100
Milk of Magnesia is used for treatment of this bowel disorder because of the action of magnesium on the bowel.
What is constipation
200
This is the most frequent side effect of 5-HT3 receptor antagonists such as ondansetron.
What is headache
200
A life-threatening complication of this class of medications is the development of gastric ulcers.
What is NSAIDs
200
This term refers to a sense of fullness in the upper abdomen.
What is bloating
200
Tricyclic antidepressants are beneficial in the treatment of IBS-D due to these properties.
What is anticholinergic and analgesic
200
This medication is used to treat diarrhea and is combined with atropine to prevent narcotic abuse.
What is loperamide
300
This class of drugs is primarily used for motion sickness.
What is antihistamines
300
This medication would be preferred in the treatment of PUD for a patient with a sodium restriction.
What is Riopan
300
This pharmacologic agent may help to decrease gas.
What is simethicone
300
These types of foods should be avoided in a patient with IBS.
What is gas-producing, lactose and gluten
300
Chronic use of this type of medication can diminish defecatory reflexes, leading to further reliance.
What is laxatives
400
This anticholinergic drug is available in a small patch placed behind the ear for motion sickness
What is scopolamine
400
This procedure is the gold standard for the diagnosis of PUD due to h. pylori infection.
What is EGD and biopsy of the gastric or duodenal tissue
400
Excess gas can be reduced by avoiding these habits.
What is chewing gum, drinking carbonated beverages and sucking on hard candy.
400
This is an inexpensive osmotic laxative used in IBS-C.
What is PEG
400
This medication used for constipation may cause discoloration of the stool and urine.
What is senna
500
These are complications of nausea and vomiting.
What is dehydration, metabolic alkalosis and hypokalemia
500
This medication is commonly prescribed for the prevention of NSAID-induced ulcers however it should not be given to a pregnant woman.
What is misoprostol
500
The accumulation of this substance in the right upper quadrant can produce symptoms similar to cholecystitis. If it accumulates in the left upper quadrant, the patient may experience radiating chest pain concerning for a cardiac origin.
What is gas
500
This type of fiber is preferred over bran for the treatment of IBS.
What is psyllium
500
This is the recommended amount of dietary fiber per day.
What is 20-35 grams
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