oesophageal perforation

What is the main purpose of Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) such as Omeprazole in the management of esophageal perforation?

• relieve pain

• Reduce gastric acid secretion

• Increase esophageal motility

• Promote sedation

What is the primary reason for keeping a patient NPO (Nil by Mouth) in esophageal perforation?

• To prevent dehydration

• To reduce esophageal leakage and contamination

• To reduce blood pressure

• To improve swallowing ability

What is Oesophageal Perforation?

• Inflammation of the food pipe

• A hole or tear in the oesophagus allowing leakage into the chest area

• A narrowing of the oesophagus causing difficulty swallowing

• A cancerous growth in the food pipe

Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of oesophageal perforation?

• Painful swallowing

• Severe chest pain

• Shortness of breath

• Increased appetite

Which of the following is a possible risk factor for oesophageal perforation?

• Endoscopic procedures

• Hypertension

• Diabetes mellitus

• gastric

One of the serious complications of oesophageal perforation is:

• Pleural effusion

• hypertension

• hypoglycemia

• stroke

What is the main reason for monitoring vital signs in patients with oesophageal perforation?

• To check for weight loss

• to detect early signs of infection

• to assess skin condition

• to prevent nausea

Which of the following is NOT a cause of esophageal perforation?

• severe vomiting ( boerhaave syndrome )

• direct trauma to the chest

• long-term smoking

• swallowing foreign object