How is cimetidine useful in treating peptic ulcers?

A) inhibits gastric secretion
B) breaks down the cells that compose the ulcer
C) kills the bacteria
D) neutralizes any excess acid


A

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a. increased set-up costs. b. increased risk for infection. c. increased viscosity of solution as it stands in the open system for longer periods of time. d. the need to rotate the container more often in order to redistribute molecules within the solution to minimize slowing down of infusion.

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Over-the-counter or prescribed weight-loss drugs suppress appetite, reduce fat absorption, or

A) reduce satiety. B) increase satiety. C) double satiety. D) zero satiety.

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Todd has been overweight since childhood but as a college student has made a commitment to lose weight. He goes on the Atkins diet and after a few months switches to Weight Watchers. After 6 months, Todd has lost 12 pounds but is still overweight. He is discouraged he hasn't lost more weight and he goes to a fast-food restaurant and has two cheeseburgers and a milkshake. Let's see how

knowledgeable you are regarding diets so you can effectively help Todd.Which of these foods did Todd have to severely limit while he was on the Atkins diet? a. Cheddar cheese b. Hot dogs c. Eggs d. Oatmeal e. Steak

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Which hormone stimulates contraction of the uterus during childbirth and promotes ejection of milk from mammary glands during breastfeeding?

A. oxytocin B. serotonin C. cortisol D. epinephrine E. norepinephrine

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