If a Patient with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Who Is Taking

question 14

Multiple Choice

If a patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease who is taking a proton pump inhibitor daily is not improving, the plan of care would be:

• A) Prokinetic (metoclopramide) for 8 to 12 weeks
• B) Proton pump inhibitor (omeprazole) twice a day for 4 to 8 weeks
• C) Histamine₂ receptor antagonist (ranitidine) for 4 to 8 weeks
• D) Cytoprotective drug (misoprostol) for 4 to 8 weeks

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Groupthink

A phenomenon where the desire for harmony or conformity within a group leads to an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

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Attribution Theory

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