IBS - Quizizz - Jun.25.25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following organizations has published guidelines on the management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

• American Gastroenterological Association

• World Health Organization

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

• National Institutes of Health

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

• Abdominal pain

• Bloating

• Fever

• Changes in bowel habits

Multiple Choice

Based on the patient case, which IBS subtype is most likely present?

• Constipation-predominant (IBS-C)

• Diarrhea-predominant (IBS-D)

• Alternating (IBS-A or IBS-M)

• Unclassified

Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blank: IBS affects predominantly

(~70% of sufferers).

Multiple Select

Which of the following are possible etiological factors for IBS?

• Genetics and family learning

• Post-infective gastroenteritis

• Diet

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

According to the Rome IV criteria, recurrent abdominal pain must be associated with at least how many of the listed criteria for a diagnosis of IBS?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Fill in the Blanks

Abnormal stool frequency in IBS is defined as more than

times per day or less than 3 times per week.

Multiple Select

Select all that are considered alarm factors or red flags that warrant additional diagnostic screening in patients with suspected IBS.

• Age > 50 years

• Nocturnal symptoms

• Family history of colon cancer

• Mild intermittent symptoms

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an impact of IBS on daily life?

• Impairment of health-related quality of life

• High health care costs

• Associated with serious organic disease

• Absence from work

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors should be considered when choosing pharmacotherapy for IBS?

• IBS-subtype and severity

• Side effect profile

• Patient’s previous experiences and preferences

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for abdominal pain?

• Antispasmodics

• Antidepressants

• Probiotics

• Antibiotics

Open Ended

Explain the mechanism of action and potential side effects of antispasmodics in the treatment of abdominal pain.

Fill in the Blanks

Probiotics are presumed to restore normal

flora.

Multiple Choice

Which type of fiber is considered to provide the most benefit in IBS-C management?

• Guar

• Ispaghula

• Psyllium

• Wheat bran

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a recommended guideline for the management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

• ACG Clinical Guideline

• WHO Tuberculosis Guideline

• CDC Diabetes Guideline

• NICE Hypertension Guideline

Open Ended

What additional questions do you have about the management or diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome after reviewing the recommended readings?