Question

which of the following is usually associated with a benign ulcer of the stomach? initiating factor is almost always stress related primarily the result of excess acid production in the stomach lesser curvature of the stomach greater curvature of the stomach

Explanation:

• For the option "Initiating factor is almost always stress related": Benign gastric ulcers are not almost always stress - related. While stress can be a contributing factor in some cases, it's not the primary or almost universal initiating factor.
• For the option "Primarily the result of excess acid production in the stomach": Duodenal ulcers are more associated with excess acid production, while gastric ulcers (benign) are more related to mucosal defense mechanisms and Helicobacter pylori infection, not primarily excess acid.
• For the option "Lesser curvature of the stomach": Benign gastric ulcers are commonly found on the lesser curvature of the stomach.
• For the option "Greater curvature of the stomach": Malignant ulcers are more likely to be found on the greater curvature, while benign gastric ulcers are not typically associated with the greater curvature.

Answer:

C. Lesser curvature of the stomach