Which Drug May Be Given to the Patient Before a Double-Contrast

question 123

Multiple Choice

Which drug may be given to the patient before a double-contrast examination of the stomach to relax the gastrointestinal tract?

• A) Heparin
• B) Glucagon
• C) Demerol
• D) Oral chlorhydrate

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Definitions:

Jaundice

A condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes, often due to liver dysfunction.

Hepatomegaly

An abnormal enlargement of the liver, which can indicate liver disease or heart failure.

Pyloric Stenosis

A condition in infants where the passage from the stomach to the intestine is narrowed, leading to vomiting and difficulty feeding.

Hypertrophy

An increase in the size of an organ or tissue through the enlargement of its cells, often in response to stress or increased demand.