Which of the following antiemetics can a patient get OTC?
A. meclizine
B. promethazine
C. hydroxyzine
D. lorazepam

What type of laxative is psyllium?
A. Bulk-forming
B. Emollient
C. Osmotic
D. Stimulant

Which of the following is not a cause of diarrhea?
A. spoiled food
B. drug reaction
C. stress and anxiety
D. electrolyte imbalance

Which of the following medications is not used to treat GERD?
A. Ranitidine
B. Omeprazole
C. Sucralfate
D. Cimetidine

Which medication is typically taken with NSAID therapy for peptic ulcers?
A. Misoprostol
B. Ranitidine
C. Esomeprazole
D. Antacids

Which of the following antiemetics are ideal for patients receiving chemotherapy?
A. Ondansetron
B. Meclizine
C. Dronabinol
D. Promethazine

Which of the following patient teachings is true about laxatives?
A. Patients typically have to take these medications long-term
B. Patients should decrease fluid intake to 500mL/day
C. Patients should take them after a meal
D.They should not be taken if patient shows signs and symptoms of a bowel obstruction

Why would a provider prescribe loperamide instead of diphenoxylate with atropine?
A. Loperamide can be given to patients with severe hepatic impairment
B. Loperamide is less addictive
C. Loperamide has a faster onset
D. Loperamide causes less CNS depression

Which of the following 2 drug types are used together to treat H.pylori?
A. Proton pump inhibitors
B. Anticholinergics
C. H2 blockers
D. Antibiotics

Which of the following medications cannot be taken within an hour of ranitidine?
A. Omeprazole
B. Antacid
C. Sucralfate
D. Aspirin

What type of antiemetic medication is also used for treatment of psychiatric disorders?
A. Antihistamine Antiemetics
B. Dopamine Agonists
C. Corticosteroids
D. Phenothiazine Antiemetics

Which of the following medications is NOT a laxative?
A. Loperamide
B. Bisacodyl
C. Polyethylene glycol
D. Psyllium

Which of the following are important teachings for a patient taking antidiarrheals? (Select all that apply)
A. Increase dose if patient has a history of narcotic abuse
B. Increase fluid intake
C. Stop taking the medication if diarrhea still persists after 48 hrs
D. Ensure short-term use of medication
E. Increase intake of milk until diarrhea stops

Which of the following is NOT a predisposing factor for peptic ulcer disease?
A. Genetics
B. Caffeine consumption
C. H.pylori
D. Overuse of antacids

What is the mechanism of antacids?
A. Antacids decrease GI motility
B. Antacids neutralize hydrochloric acid and reduce pepsin activity
C. Antacids decrease gastric acid secretion
D. Antacids coat the ulcer with a protective lining

H.R.calls her PCP, stating that she is taking a long car ride tomorrow. She has a history of motion sickness and has bought otc medication for it. If she is leaving her house at 7am, what time should she take the medication?
A. 6am
B. 6:30am
C. 7am
D. Once she starts feeling sick

Which of the following nursing assessments should be done for a patient taking bisacodyl? (Select all that apply)
A. Advise patient to avoid overuse
B. Educate the patient to consume a high protein diet
C. Tell the patient they can purchase this medication over the counter
D. Common side effects are diarrhea and abdominal cramping
E. The most common electrolyte imbalance when taking this medication is magnesium

Which of the following patients should not take diphenoxylate with atropine?
A. A 6 year old boy with food poisoning
B. A 75 year old man with glaucoma
C. A 50 year old woman on dialysis
D. A 20 year old man with IBS

Patient with a history of peptic ulcers presents to the doctor with acute stomach pain. He states that he took his sucralfate and antacid just before dinner. Which of the following can the nurse teach the patient?
A. Sucralfate and antacids cancel each other out
B. If your normal dose of sucralfate did not work, you may need to take a second dose
C. Antacids should not be taken at the same time as sucralfate
D. Sucralfate must be taken after meals

Which of the following is true about aluminum hydroxide? (Select all that apply)
A. It is used as an antacid
B. It is a systemic antacid
C. Using it with magnesium decreases side effects
D. Can be given to decrease phosphate levels in the body
E. Patients are told to take this medication with milk

C.T. is a patient who presents to the ED actively vomiting. She began throwing up about 6 hours ago, and has been vomiting 2-3 times each hour. Which nursing assessments should be done prior to antiemetic administration? (Select all that apply)
A. Determine if the patient is pregnant
B. Assess for signs of dehydration
C. Check patient's vital signs
D. Allow patient to continue vomiting until stomach is empty
E. Suggest patient try eating crackers

K.K. is a 58 year old male who presents to the ED with abdominal pain. Patient appears rather jaundice and states he has a history of cirrhosis. Upon results of a CT scan, the patient has a large amount of stool built up in his colon. What medication would the doctor prescribe?
A. Milk of Magnesia
B. Castor oil
C. Lactulose
D. Bisacodyl

Q.T. is a 24 year old female who presents to her doctor with acute onset of diarrhea. She states she just got home from a trip to Mexico yesterday. What medication will her doctor prescribe?
A. Polyethylene glycol
B. Promethazine
C. Diphenoxylate with atropine
D. Dronabinol

Which specific data should the nurse obtain from the client who is suspected of having peptic ulcer disease?

A. History of side effects experienced from all medications
B. Use of non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
C. Any known allergies to drugs and environmental factors
D. Medical histories of at lease 3 generations

Which of the following is true about sucralfate? (Select all that apply)
A. It neutralizes acid in the stomach
B. It coats ulcers to protect them from irritation
C. Medication should be administered right after a meal
D. The normal dosage is 500mg bid
E. Encourage smoking cessation while taking this medication