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10 Gastrointestinal Medications Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 10 Gastrointestinal Medications, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions
01
Choose one
1 point

A patient with GERD and erosive esophagitis needs stronger acid suppression than an H₂ blocker provides. Which medication and class match that need?

  1. A

    Pantoprazole, a proton pump inhibitor

  2. B

    Famotidine, an H₂ receptor blocker

  3. C

    Calcium carbonate, an antacid

  4. D

    Sucralfate, a mucosal protectant

02
Choose one
1 point

A clinician selects a medication to form a protective barrier over an ulcer rather than primarily suppress gastric acid. Which medication fits this purpose?

  1. A

    Famotidine, which blocks H₂ receptors

  2. B

    Calcium carbonate, which neutralizes acid

  3. C

    Sucralfate, which protects the ulcer surface

  4. D

    Omeprazole, which inhibits proton pumps

03
Choose one
1 point

A traveler wants medication to prevent motion-related nausea. Which drug is specifically associated with this use as an antimuscarinic?

  1. A

    Metoclopramide, used for diabetic gastroparesis

  2. B

    Scopolamine, used to prevent motion-related nausea

  3. C

    Ondansetron, a 5-HT₃ receptor antagonist

  4. D

    Promethazine, an H₁ antihistamine

04
Choose all
1 point

Select all statements that correctly describe constipation medications or their use.

  1. A

    Psyllium adds bulk and should be taken with plenty of fluid.

  2. B

    Polyethylene glycol draws water into the stool.

  3. C

    Senna stimulates bowel activity and is commonly used for short-term relief.

  4. D

    Docusate stimulates intestinal activity to move stool.

  5. E

    Magnesium hydroxide requires no special caution in kidney disease.

05
Choose all
1 point

Select all statements that correctly distinguish medications used for diarrhea and their cautions.

  1. A

    Loperamide slows intestinal movement to provide symptomatic relief of uncomplicated diarrhea.

  2. B

    Bismuth subsalicylate is a salicylate-free antacid.

  3. C

    Diphenoxylate/atropine is a prescription adjunct that may cause sedation and anticholinergic effects.

  4. D

    Bismuth subsalicylate may darken the tongue or stool.

  5. E

    Loperamide is an appropriate choice for bloody diarrhea without clinical direction.

06
True or false
1 point

True or false: Cimetidine can have many drug interactions, which is an important consideration when selecting an H₂ receptor blocker.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

07
True or false
1 point

True or false: Mesalamine may be used for mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis, whereas IBS drug selection is guided by the predominant symptom.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

08
Written response
1 point

Which generic drug, an osmotic laxative for constipation, is sold under the brand name MiraLAX?

09
Written response
1 point

Which generic medication is used as pancreatic enzyme replacement for exocrine pancreatic insufficiency and is taken with meals and snacks?

10
Fill in the blank
1 point

For diabetic gastroparesis, increases upper-GI motility. Its use is generally limited because the risk of increases with duration.

11
Fill in the blank
1 point

is a prostaglandin analog that can help prevent NSAID-associated gastric ulcers; pregnancy is a major safety concern because it can cause uterine contractions.

12
Open ended
1 point

Explain how medication goals differ between irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Include one medication example from the material for ulcerative colitis.

13
Choose one
1 point

A patient receiving chemotherapy needs medication for nausea and vomiting. Which listed option is a 5-HT₃ receptor antagonist with a potential QT-prolongation concern?

  1. A

    Psyllium, a bulk-forming fiber for constipation

  2. B

    Loperamide, an antimotility agent for uncomplicated diarrhea

  3. C

    Ondansetron, a 5-HT₃ receptor antagonist that may prolong the QT interval

  4. D

    Mesalamine, a 5-ASA anti-inflammatory

14
True or false
1 point

True or false: Magnesium hydroxide may be used for occasional constipation, but caution is advised in kidney disease.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

15
Choose one
1 point

A person seeks rapid, short-term relief of mild heartburn. Which medication acts by neutralizing acid already present?

  1. A

    Calcium carbonate

  2. B

    Omeprazole

  3. C

    Famotidine

  4. D

    Sucralfate

16
Choose one
1 point

A person needs a constipation medication that draws water into the stool. Which option is an osmotic laxative?

  1. A

    Psyllium

  2. B

    Polyethylene glycol 3350

  3. C

    Senna

  4. D

    Docusate

17
Choose one
1 point

For prevention of motion-related nausea, which option is the antimuscarinic medication?

  1. A

    Metoclopramide

  2. B

    Scopolamine

  3. C

    Meclizine

  4. D

    Ondansetron

18
Written response
1 point

Which generic drug is used both for constipation and to lower ammonia in hepatic encephalopathy?

19
Choose one
1 point

A person with mild diarrhea has a salicylate allergy. Which medication should they avoid because it contains salicylate?

  1. A

    Loperamide

  2. B

    Bismuth subsalicylate

  3. C

    Psyllium

  4. D

    Ondansetron

20
Written response
1 point

Which generic medication replaces pancreatic enzymes and is taken with meals and snacks to aid digestion?