Know what medication class prevents against NSAID-induced peptic ulcers: - Answers proton
pump inhibitors (PPIs)
Know the adverse effects of PPIs in the older population: - Answers increased risk for fractures
due to loss of bone density, medication reactions, vitamin and mineral deficiencies
Know what non-pharmacological ways you can assist in stopping GERD symptoms: - Answers
avoid late night meals
stop smoking
inclined sleeping
avoid spicy foods
Know the pharmacokinetic of sucralfate: - Answers produces a protective barrier against acid
and pepsin. does not neutralize acid
When you stop PPIs, rebound hypersecretion of acid can cause dyspepsia, know what
medication you can give: - Answers antacid
Know what medication we give with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: - Answers cimetidine (tagamet)
Know how long to wait to give cimetidine and antacids if they need to be given together: -
Answers take one hour apart from each other
What can you not consume with Flagyl: - Answers You cannot drink alcohol with Flagyl because
of the disulfiram-like reaction
Know what teaching you will need to give someone with 3-med regimen for PUD: - Answers
pepto bismol, tetracycline, and cimetidine-impotence, gynecomastia, decreased libido may
occur
Know what dietary changes can reduce fluctuations in the intragastric pH: - Answers consuming
5-6 small meals a day
Know to question about recent food and fluid intake if there has been a change in bowel habits -
Answers ...
Remember to assess first - Answers ...
Know your bowel prep cleansers for colonoscopy: - Answers Polyethylene Glycol-Electrolyte
solutions
aka PEG solutions (CoLyte, GoLytely) and sodium phosphate.