The Use of Sodium Bicarbonate Alone as an Antacid Should

question 16

Multiple Choice

The use of sodium bicarbonate alone as an antacid should be discouraged because it can:

• A) exacerbate pre-existing hypertension.
• B) lead to rebound acidosis.
• C) lead to the development of kidney stones.
• D) inactivate antimicrobial agents.

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Definitions:

Allan Baddeley

A cognitive psychologist best known for his work on the model of working memory.

Short-term Memory

A component of memory where small amounts of information can be stored for a short period of time, typically seconds to minutes.

Working Memory

A cognitive system with a limited capacity that is responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing.

Elaborative Rehearsal

Elaborative rehearsal is a technique to improve memory by linking new information with existing memories and knowledge, thereby increasing the likelihood of recalling it later.