Which statement about acute gastritis is true?

Chronic intake of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is indeed a well-recognized cause of acute gastritis. NSAIDs can lead to the irritation of the gastric mucosa, decreasing the production of protective gastric mucosal barriers, and promoting inflammation. This can result in acute onset of gastritis symptoms, such as pain, nausea, and vomiting.

In contrast, while dietary factors can contribute to gastrointestinal conditions, a chronic lack of dietary fiber is not identified as a primary cause of acute gastritis; rather, it is more commonly associated with other gastrointestinal issues, such as constipation.

The use of a barium swallow test is not a standard screening test for acute gastritis. This test is primarily utilized for evaluating structural abnormalities in the upper gastrointestinal tract, making it less relevant for diagnosing acute gastritis.

Similarly, colonoscopy is typically utilized for evaluating conditions related to the lower gastrointestinal tract, such as inflammatory bowel disease or colorectal cancer, rather than for direct assessment of acute gastritis, which is usually diagnosed through history-taking, physical examination, and potentially endoscopy of the upper gastrointestinal tract.

Therefore, the assertion that chronic intake of NSAIDs can lead to acute gastritis accurately reflects the pathophysiology of the