What would you approach the situation, if your patient decided not to take the medication and asked you for an alternative medicine approach?

Pagana: Mosby’s Manual of Diagnostic and Laboratory Tests, 6th Edition Esophageal Reflux A 45-year-old woman complained of heartburn and frequent regurgitation of “sour” material into her mouth. Often while sleeping, she would be awakened by a severe cough. The results of her physical examination were negative. Studies Results Routine laboratory studies Negative Barium swallow (BS), […]

What are the differences between non celiac gluten sensitivity and celiac disease?

Select one of the following discussion prompts to address: Describe the pathophysiology of celiac disease, clinical manifestations, evaluation, and treatment. What are the differences between non celiac gluten sensitivity and celiac disease? What trends, if any, have you noticed among the following conditions? Describe the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, evaluation, and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease […]

What are the most common side effects experienced with the medication?

 Pharmacology Discuss basic pathology for each of the following disorders: Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD); Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder (GERD); and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) List one medication indicated for each disorder and evidence of the effectiveness of the medication What indications would you investigate prior to ordering the medication (ie., pregnancy, renal disease, etc)? Does the […]