Jim Presents with Complaints of "Heartburn" That Is Minimally Relieved

question 1

Multiple Choice

Jim presents with complaints of "heartburn" that is minimally relieved with Tums (calcium carbonate) and is diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) . An appropriate first-step therapy would be:

• A) Omeprazole (Prilosec) twice a day
• B) Ranitidine (Zantac) twice a day
• C) Famotidine (Pepcid) once a day
• D) Metoclopramide (Reglan) four times a day

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Definitions:

Insecticide

Substances used to kill or control the population of insects, typically used in agriculture and household pest control.

Pathogen

An organism, typically a bacterium, virus, or other microorganism, that can cause disease in its host.

Inhalation

The act of breathing in; drawing air or other substances into the lungs.

Physical Contact

The act of two or more objects or substances touching or coming into direct interaction with each other.