mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #483

A person experiences heartburn after eating spicy food. What is the cause?

mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #483

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A person experiences heartburn after eating spicy food. What is the cause?

    • A) Lower esophageal sphincter relaxation
    • B) Increased gastric acid production
    • C) Delayed gastric emptying
    • D) Mucosal irritation

    Answer: Lower esophageal sphincter relaxation

    Explanation: Capsaicin causes LES relaxation, allowing reflux. Acid production is not directly increased.