The next step in treatment when a patient has been on PPIs twice daily for 12 weeks and not improving is:
A) Add a prokinetic (metoclopramide) .
B) Refer the patient for endoscopy.
C) Switch to another PPI.
D) Add a cytoprotective drug.
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Q2: Metoclopramide improves GERD symptoms by:
A)Reducing acid secretion
B)Increasing
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Q4: What would be the appropriate treatment for
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Q9: Long-term use of PPIs may lead to:
A)Hip
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A)Increasing lower esophageal tone
B)Increasing
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A)Histamine-2
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