which of the following would be prescribed as initial treatment for uncomplicated pud? quizlet

by Celia Hartmann Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago

What is the first line treatment for PUD?

Treatment Regimens for Helicobacter pylori Infection

Type	Regimen	Duration
First line
Standard triple therapy	PPI, amoxicillin 1 g, and clarithromycin 500 mg (Biaxin) twice daily	7 to 10 days (up to 14 days)
	PPI, clarithromycin 500 mg, and metronidazole 500 mg (Flagyl) twice daily	10 to 14 days

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Feb 15, 2015

What is the best treatment for PUD?

Treatment

Antibiotic medications to kill H. pylori. ...
Medications that block acid production and promote healing. ...
Medications to reduce acid production. ...
Antacids that neutralize stomach acid. ...
Medications that protect the lining of your stomach and small intestine.

Aug 6, 2020

What is the drug of choice for PUD?

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are drugs that block the three major pathways for acid production. PPIs suppress acid production much more effectively than H2 blockers. PPIs are the gold standard in medication therapy of peptic ulcer disease.

What is uncomplicated PUD?

In uncomplicated peptic ulcer disease, the clinical findings are few and nonspecific and include the following: Epigastric tenderness (usually mild) Right upper quadrant tenderness may suggest a biliary etiology or, less frequently, peptic ulcer disease. Guaiac-positive stool resulting from occult blood loss.

What is the treatment for PUD in addition to discontinuing irritating factors?

NSAIDs induced PUD can be treated by stopping the use of NSAIDs or switching to a lower dose. Corticosteroids, bisphosphonates, and anticoagulants should also be discontinued if possible.

What is PUD diagnosis?

PEPTIC ULCER DISEASE (PUD)

A peptic ulcer is a sore in the lining of the stomach or first part of the small intestine called the duodenum. When an individual has chronic peptic ulcers, otherwise known as peptic ulcer disease (PUD). A healthy digestive tract has a coat of mucus that protects against acid deterioration.

What are the 3 drug classes used to treat peptic ulcers?

Peptic ulcer healing drugs

Antibiotics. For ulcers caused by H. ...
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) ...
Histamine-2 receptor antagonists. ...
Antacids. ...
Cytoprotective agents.

Nov 17, 2021

Why is the patient prescribed with two anti ulcer medications?

The right antibiotics combinations usually kill Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria that are the cause of many peptic ulcers. At least two antibiotics are used, because combination treatment works better and is less likely to fail because of resistance to the antibiotics.May 15, 2015

Which medications in the drug class cytoprotective agents are used in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease?

These agents also work by forming a coating that protects the ulcerated tissue. Examples of cytoprotective agents include misoprostol and sucralfate.Apr 26, 2021

Which of the following is a complication of PUD?

Complications of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) include bleeding, penetration, perforation, and gastric outlet obstruction. This topic will provide an overview of the complications of PUD and their general management.Sep 1, 2020

What are the complications of peptic ulcers?

Complications

Internal bleeding. Bleeding can occur as slow blood loss that leads to anemia or as severe blood loss that may require hospitalization or a blood transfusion. ...
A hole (perforation) in your stomach wall. ...
Obstruction. ...
Gastric cancer.

Aug 6, 2020

Which is better, cimetidine or ranitidine?

Ranitidine (Zantac) is preferred over cimetidine (Tagamet) therapy in critically ill clients due to decreased risk of which adverse effect?

Is Diniger prescribed omeprazole?

Ms. Diniger is prescribed omeprazole for gastric reflux disorder. Which strategy would help minimize the risk of adverse effects associated with omeprazole?

What is furosemide used for?

Furosemide is added to a treatment regimen for heart failure that includes digoxin. Monitoring for this combination includes:

What eliminates the concern for first pass effect?

Liquid forms of medication eliminate the concern for first-pass effect.

Where are drugs metabolized?

Drugs are metabolized mainly by the liver via phase I or phase II reactions. The purpose of both of these types of reactions is to:

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