Ulcers in the stomach and duodenum are referred to as peptic ulcers. What is the leading cause of peptic ulcers?

A) Alcohol C) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories
B) Spicy foods D) H. pylori infection


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H .pylori infection is implicated in an estimated 70% of gastric ulcers and 92% of duodenal ulcers.

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The nurse teaches a patient the acronym "ACHES" for the serious symptoms that must be reported immediately when taking oral contraceptive pills. Which manifestations does this include? (Select all that apply.)

A. Abdominal pain B. Chest pain C. Headaches D. Eye pain E. Sore muscles

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The correct order of stages for a surgical procedure is:

1. explore and isolate 2. open 3. repair, revise, excise or replace 4. dissect and expose 5. close a. 1, 4, 2, 3 and 5 b. 2, 1, 3, 4 and 5 c. 2, 3, 1, 4 and 5 d. 2, 4, 1, 3 and 5

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Which government agency supports research to improve the outcomes and quality of health care?

a. AHRQ b. ARRA c. CIHI d. FDA

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