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• Mechanical – physically breaks down food product into smaller particles
o peristalsis
• Chemical – breaks down food at the molecular/cellular level |
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| Tests that require contrast medium |
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Definition
- Upper GI series
- Lower GI series
- computer imaging |
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| B12 Deficiency results in ... |
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Definition
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| G-tube: Prior to administering meds |
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Definition
- Fowler's position (at least 30 degrees)
- Check residual: hold if >100ml |
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Definition
| peripherally inserted central catheter |
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| Nursing intervention for patient gagging and complaining of pain from NG |
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Definition
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| NG tube: intervention NOT requiring MD order |
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- Total Parenteral Nutrients
- central venous access
- placement of catheter in to large blood vessel (sup. vena cava)
- direct IV admin of fluids
- nutrients into circulatory system |
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Term
| abdominal assessment: inspection (5) |
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Definition
- color
- abnormalities
- contour
- tautness
- distention |
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Term
| accessory organs of the digestive system include |
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Definition
| liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and peritoneum |
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| air being instilled into the bowel |
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Definition
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| an alternating relaxation and contraction of Smooth or involuntary muscles that sends food through the digestive tube. |
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Definition
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Definition
| excess fluid in the space between the tissues lining the abdomen and abdominal organs (the peritoneal cavity). |
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| barium enema: description |
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Definition
| fluoroscopic and radiographic exam of large intestine after barium instilled rectally |
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Term
| barium enema: postprocedure (4) |
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Definition
- increase fluid intake
- mild laxative
- monitor stools for passage of barium
- notify MD if no BM within 2 days |
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Term
| barium enema: preprocedure (3) |
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Definition
- low-residue diet 1-2 days prior
- clear liquid diet and laxative evening prior
- cleansing enema morning of |
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Term
| barium swallow: description |
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Definition
| exam of upper GI tract under fluoroscopy after client drinks barium sulfate |
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Term
| barium swallow: effect on stools (2) |
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Definition
- chalky white appearance
- can cause bowel obstruction |
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Term
| barium swallow: postprocedure (3) |
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Definition
- laxative
- increase fluid intake
- monitor stools for passage of barium |
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Term
| barium swallow: preprocedure |
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Definition
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| begins to break down proteins |
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Definition
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| bland diet: salt allowance? |
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Definition
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| carries food from pharynx to stomach |
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Definition
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Term
| cholecystography: description (2) |
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Definition
- detects gallstones
- observes gallbladder function |
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Term
| cholecystography: postprocedure (2) |
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Definition
- inform that dysuria is common
- resume normal diet |
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Term
| cholecystography: preprocedure (4) |
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Definition
- assess for iodine or seafood allergy
- contrast agent administered 10-13 hrs before test
- NPO after contrast agent
- report to ER if reaction to contrast agent |
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Definition
| anything you can see through |
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| colon is inflated with air during colonoscopy |
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Definition
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| colonoscopy: post-procedure consideration |
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Definition
| colon is insufflated during procedure. Help patient release air afterwards. |
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Term
| contains capillaries and a lymphatic capillary |
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Definition
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Term
| contains openings of bile and pancreatic ducts |
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Definition
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| contractions of the pharynx continue the act of swallowing and push food into the muscular ... |
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Definition
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| controls the opening between the stomach and the duodenal portion of the small intestine |
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Definition
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| covers the larynx and prevents food from entering the respiratory tract |
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Definition
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Term
| crosses to the left side in the upper part of the cavity |
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Definition
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Term
| cystic duct joins the hepatic duct to create the |
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Definition
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Term
| description of the Levin tube |
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Definition
- single lumen
- no air vent (so use low intermittent suction |
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| description of the Salem sump |
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Definition
- double-lumen
- has air vent (so low to medium continuous suction allowed) |
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Term
| difference between clear liquid diet and full liquid diet |
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Definition
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Term
| dumping syndrome: Causal foods |
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Definition
- High in cholesterol and electrolytes, especially salt.
- MSG |
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Term
| dumping syndrome: intervention |
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Definition
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Term
| dumping syndrome: process |
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Definition
| Rapid entry of food into the jejunum without proper mixing of the food with digestive juices |
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Term
| dumping syndrome: s/sx (7) |
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Definition
- palpitations
- sweating
- faintness
- excessive weakness
- diarrhea
- vomiting
- Signs of shock may develop |
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Term
| duration of B12 injection treatment |
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Definition
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Definition
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Term
| end product of fat digestion |
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Definition
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Definition
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Term
| fiberoptic colonoscopy: description (4) |
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Definition
- lining of large intestine is visually examined
- biopsies and polypectomies possible
- cardiac and respiratory functions monitored continuously
- client on left side with knees drawn to chest; may be changed during test |
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Term
| fiberoptic colonoscopy: postprocedure (3) |
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Definition
- bedrest until alert
- monitor for signs of bowel perforation and peritonitis
- instruct client to report bleeding |
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Term
| fiberoptic colonoscopy: preprocedure (6) |
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Definition
- colon cleansing as prescribed by MD
- clear liquid diet on day prior
- hold meds as specified by MD
- NPO after midnight day prior
- Versed IV for sedation
- Glucagon to relax smooth muscle |
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Term
| four abdominal assessments |
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Definition
- inspection
- auscultation
- palpitation
- percussion |
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Term
| function of Intrinsic factor |
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Definition
| Required for absorption of vitamin B12 |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
functions of the gastrointestinal system include: (CATA)
- absorption
- secretion
- digestion
- ingestion
- uptake
- process |
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Definition
- ingestion
- digestion
- absorption
- elimination |
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Term
| gastric analysis: description (3) |
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Definition
- gastric contents aspirated via NG tube
- histamine or pentagastrin may be given sq to stimulate secretions
- esophageal reflux monitoring with pH probe in esophagus |
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Term
| gastric analysis: postprocedure (2) |
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Definition
- resume normal activities
- refrigerate samples not tested within 4 hrs |
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Term
| gastric analysis: preprocedure (3) |
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Definition
- fasting 8-12 hrs prior
- no tobacco or gum 6 hrs prior
- hold meds that stimulate gastric secretions 24-48 hrs |
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Term
| gastric surgery: NG tube precautions |
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Definition
- no pushing the tube
- no irrigating |
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Term
| goes down the left side into the pelvis |
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Definition
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Term
| hormone secreted by the duodenum and jejunum |
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Definition
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Term
| how do you get rid of gas in an ostomy bag? |
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Definition
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Term
| how to decrease patient anxiety regarding therapy |
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Definition
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Term
| how to determine if TPN is working |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| in the stomach, all foods mix with gastric juices and churn until they are in a semiliquid form called |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| colon is inflated with air during colonoscopy |
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Term
| intervention for starting tube feeding |
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Definition
| check placement - aspirate contents |
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Term
| interventions for the patient about to have GI therapy (6) |
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Definition
- informed consent
- NPO midnight
- void prior
- GoLytely
- Labs
- V/S
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Term
| intrinsic factor: purpose |
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Definition
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Term
| is gag-reflex check needed after lower GI exam? |
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Definition
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Term
| is gag-reflex check needed after upper GI exam? |
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Definition
| No. Barium does not numb the throat |
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Term
| key points to removing NG tube |
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Definition
- clamp tube before removing
- remove in a continuous motion |
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Term
| lack of vitamin B12 will result in |
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Definition
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Term
| large intestine has bacteria to absorb |
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Definition
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Term
| last portion of the colon |
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Definition
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Term
| lies just below the diaphragm in the upper right quadrant of the abdominal cavity |
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Definition
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Term
| liver biopsy: What to instruct patient during needle insertion |
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Definition
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Term
| liver biopsy: description |
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Definition
| needle through abdominal wall to obtain tissue sample |
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Term
| liver biopsy: postprocedure (7) |
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Definition
- V/S
- asses site for bleeding
- monitor for peritonitis
- bedrest several hours
- right side with pillow under costal margin
- no coughing or straining
- no heavy lifting 1 wk |
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Term
| liver biopsy: preprocedure (3) |
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Definition
- PT, PTT, PLTC
- sedative
- supine or left lateral position |
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Term
| liver receives its blood supply from the |
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Definition
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Term
| liver secretes an anticoagulant called |
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Definition
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Term
| located at the entrance into the duodenum |
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Definition
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Term
| located on the liver's undersurface |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| lymph nodules grouped together |
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Definition
| aggregated lymphatic follicles or Peyer's patches |
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Term
| lymphoid tissue on the lining of the ileum |
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Definition
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Term
| monosaccharides that remain at the completion of digestion of proteins |
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Definition
| glucose, galactose, and fructose |
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Term
| muscular sac 3 to 4 inches long (7.5 to 10 cm). It resembles a small pear |
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Definition
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Term
| needed for absorption of vitamin B12 |
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Definition
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Term
| nursing care of patient with NG tube |
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Definition
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Term
| once bolus passes through Pyloric sphincter, it is known as |
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Definition
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Term
| organ that contains the islets of Langerhans |
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Definition
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Term
| ostomy type: discharge is liquid to mushy, foul odor |
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Definition
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Term
| ostomy type: discharge is liquid, mushy |
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Definition
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Term
| ostomy type: discharge is mushy to semiformed |
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Definition
| Right transverse colostomy |
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Term
| ostomy type: discharge is semiformed, soft |
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Definition
| Left transverse colostomy |
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Term
| ostomy type: discharge is soft to hard formed |
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Definition
| Descending or sigmoid colostomy |
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Term
| ostomy: Nursing considerations for client (5) |
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Definition
– Clothing: not tight
– Bathing
– Skin care: Review appliance application
– Activity
– Diet |
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Term
| ostomy: Skin barrier circumference: |
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Definition
| 1/16" – 1/8” from the stoma |
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Term
| ostomy: diet considerations (9) |
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Definition
Avoid foods that could cause blockage:
- Green leafy vegetables,
- cole slaw,
- celery, corn,
- foods with nondigestible peels, - coconut,
- mushrooms,
- nuts,
- dried fruits,
- chinese vegetables,
- meats with casings |
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Term
| ostomy: frequency of appliance change |
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Definition
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Term
| ostomy: normal appearance (4) |
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Definition
- pink
- moist
- some blood right after
- no blood after 3 days |
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Term
| ostomy: when is the pouch emptied |
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Definition
| When it is 1/3 to 1/2 full |
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Term
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Definition
| a long, fish-shaped glandular organ about 6 inches (15 cm) long |
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Term
| paracentesis: description |
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Definition
| removal of fluid from peritoneal cavity for analysis |
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Term
| paracentesis: postprocedure (9) |
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Definition
- V/S
- record measurement and description of fluid collected
- label samples and send to lab
- dry sterile dressing
- monitor site for bleeding
- measure abdominal girth and weight
- monitor for hypovolemia, electrolyte loss, mental status changes or encephalopathy
- monitor for hematuria
- MD notified if urine bloody |
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Term
| paracentesis: preprocedure (3) |
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Definition
- void prior
- measure abdominal girth, weight and baseline V/S
- position client sitting upright with back and feet supported |
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Term
| parts of the alimentary canal |
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Definition
- mouth
- pharynx
- esophagus
- stomach
- small intestine
- large intestine |
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Term
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Definition
- cardia
- fundus
- body
- pylorus |
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Term
| passageway for food into the stomach from the mouth |
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Definition
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Term
| peptic ulcer: description |
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Definition
| ulceration in mucosal wall of stomach, pylorus, duodenum or esophagus |
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Term
| percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography: (2)description |
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Definition
- dye injected into biliary tree
- hepatic ducts are outlined |
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Term
| percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography: postprocedure (4) |
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Definition
- V/S
- signs of bleeding, peritonitis and septicemia
- report pain immediately
- antibiotics as prescribed |
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Term
| percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography: preprocedure (2) |
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Definition
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Term
| permits taste and swallowing |
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Definition
| salivary gland secretions (saliva) |
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Term
| position for tube-feeding of comatose patient |
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Definition
| 30 degrees to high-Fowlers |
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Term
| positioning of patient after liver biopsy |
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Definition
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Term
| post-GI therapy intervention |
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Definition
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Term
| prevents back-up of duodenal contents into the stomach |
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Definition
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Term
| prevents back-up of fecal material from the large intestine into the small intestine |
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Definition
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Term
| prevents back-up of stomach contents into the esophagus |
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Definition
| lower esophageal sphincter |
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Term
| prevents contents of large intestine from entering ileum |
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Definition
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Term
| prevents reflux into the esophagus |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| pernicious anemia, due to a lack of vitamin B12 |
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Term
| process of eliminating solid intestinal wastes from the colon |
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Definition
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Term
| process of transferring food elements into circulation for transport |
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Definition
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Term
| proctoscopy & sigmoidoscopy: description (3) |
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Definition
- requires flexible scope to examine rectum
- client on left side with right leg bent and placed anteriorly
- biopsies and polypectomies possible |
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Term
| proteine digestion begins here |
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Definition
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Term
| provides voluntary control of defecation |
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Definition
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Term
| refers to the amount of energy (calories) the body uses at rest |
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Definition
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Term
| regulates the rate of stomach emptying into small intestine |
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Definition
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Term
| responsible for the initiation of carbohydrate metabolism |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| salivary amylase initiates this |
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Definition
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Term
| site of action of bile and pancreatic enzymes |
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Definition
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Term
| site of most absorption of digestion end-products |
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Definition
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Term
| small intestine is divided into the |
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Definition
| duodenum, the jejunum, and the ileum |
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Term
| sphincter-like muscle, located where the large and small intestines meet, acts as a valve to prevent backflow of material to the small intestine; it also regulates the forward flow. |
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Definition
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Term
| stool specimens: guidelines (3) |
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Definition
- send to lab promptly
- 24-72 hour collections kept refrigerated
- some specimens require certain diet or withholding of certain meds |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| stores and releases bile as needed in the small intestine for fat emulsification |
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Definition
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Term
| sublingual (under the tongue), parotid (cheek), and submandibular (under the lower jaw) |
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Definition
| Three pairs of salivary glands |
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Term
| termination point of small intestine |
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Definition
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Term
| the body's largest glandular organ |
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Definition
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Term
| the muscular tube behind the mouth |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| thin, watery fluid that contains ptyalin |
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
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Term
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Definition
| situations requiring alternative feeding between 2 wks and 2 months |
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Term
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Definition
- Do not change the dressing
- Check glucose q6h
- Start (and stop) slowly to allow pancreas to adjust |
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Term
| travels up the right side of the abdominal cavity |
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Definition
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Term
| tube feeding: when is it held? |
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Definition
| When residual is over 100cc |
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Term
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Definition
- esophagus
- stomach
- duodenum |
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Term
| upper GI endoscopy: description (2) |
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Definition
- endoscope passed down esophagus to view gastric wall, sphincters, and duodenum
- tissue samples may be obtained |
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Term
| upper GI endoscopy: postprocedure (4) |
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Definition
- NPO until gag reflex returns
- monitor for signs of perforation
- bedrest until alert
- tx for sore throat prn after gag reflex returns |
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Term
| upper GI endoscopy: preprocedure (8) |
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Definition
- NPO 6-12 hrs prior
- local anesthetic and conscious sedation
- atropine sulfate given to reduce secretions
- glucagon given to relax smooth muscle
- client positioned on left side
- monitor airway patency during test
- pulse oximetry
- emergency equipment ready |
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Term
| urea breath test: guidelines |
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Definition
| - certain meds may need to be avoided for 1 month prior |
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Term
| vitamin B12 and bone marrow |
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Definition
| necessary for the development of red blood cells in bone marrow |
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Term
| volume of blood stored in liver |
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Definition
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Term
| water and vitamin absorption site |
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Definition
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Term
| what to do if NG tube is not draining |
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Definition
- check for leaks by aspirating
- flush with water (30ml max) |
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Term
| when is irrigating an NG tube with normal saline the only correct choice? |
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Definition
- tube in place for extended period AND
- electrolytes are low |
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Term
| when is the gag reflex check needed? |
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Definition
- after bronchoscopy
- after any test that requires going into the mouth and throat |
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Term
| where albumin is secreted |
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Definition
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Term
which meds should be given separate from other meds? (CATA)
1) Antacids
2) Gastric Protectants
3) H2 Receptor antagonists
4) PPIs |
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Definition
- Antacids
- H2 receptor antagonists |
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Term
| why we put skin barrier on stoma |
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Definition
| prevent skin breakdown from frequent appliance changes |
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Term
| why would vitamin B12 be given by IM? |
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Definition
| Intrinsic factor (produced in the stomach) is not being produced. Oral B12 not being absorbed. |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| Enteral nutrition: description (2) |
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Definition
| - tube feeding - catheter into stomach |
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Term
Of the following patients, who would be good candidates for TPN (CATA)
- cancer patient
- burn victim
- ileostomy patient
- COPD patient
- anorexic
- AIDS patient
- ulcerative colitis patient
- chronic dumping syndrome patient
- gastrectomy patient
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|
Definition
- cancer patient
- burn victim
- anorexic
- AIDS patient
- ulcerative colitis patient
- gastrectomy patient |
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Term
|
Definition
• Mechanical – physically breaks down food product into smaller particles
o peristalsis
• Chemical – breaks down food at the molecular/cellular level |
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Term
|
Definition
| pernicious anemia, due to a lack of vitamin B12 |
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Term
|
Definition
- factor V
- factor VII
- factor IX
- factor X
- fibrinogen
- prothrombin |
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Term
| Contractions of the pharynx continue the act of swallowing and push food into the muscular |
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Definition
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Term
| Hiatal hernia has to do with the |
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Definition
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|
Term
| In infants, projectile vomiting can be a sign |
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Definition
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Term
| In the stomach lining, there are secretory cells called |
|
Definition
- chief cells
- parietal cells |
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Term
| In the stomach, all foods mix with gastric juices and churn until they are in a semiliquid form called |
|
Definition
|
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Term
|
Definition
| needed for absorption of vitamin B12 |
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Term
| It closes off the nasal pharynx |
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Definition
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Term
| It is mostly muscle tissue. It separates the mouth from the nasopharynx |
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Definition
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Term
| Large intestine has bacteria to absorb |
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
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Term
|
Definition
- albumin
- prothrombin
- globulins |
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Term
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Definition
| thin, watery fluid that contains ptyalin |
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Term
|
Definition
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|
Term
| The acinar cells secrete three main enzymes: |
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Definition
• Amylase (pancreatic): digests starch
• Trypsin: digests protein
• Lipase (pancreatic): digests fats (called triglycerides) |
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Term
| The cystic duct joins the hepatic duct to create this |
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Definition
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Term
| The exocrine function of the pancreas |
|
Definition
| produce pancreatic juice, which is accomplished by the acinar cells |
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Term
| The function of the uvula |
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Definition
| to direct the food down into the stomach, instead of up through the nose. It closes off the nasal pharynx |
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Term
|
Definition
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|
Term
| The largest of the salivary glands |
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Definition
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|
Term
|
Definition
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|
Term
| The only digestive enzyme in saliva |
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Definition
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|
Term
| The process of eliminating solid intestinal wastes from the colon |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| The process of transferring food elements into the circulation for transport |
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Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| pulp cavity (pulp chamber) |
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Term
| Three pairs of salivary glands |
|
Definition
- sublingual
- parotid
- submandibular |
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Term
| a form of amylase found in saliva |
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Definition
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|
Term
| a person's ability to taste food also depends on |
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Definition
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Term
| a tough skeletal muscle covered with mucous membrane |
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Definition
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Term
| an alternating relaxation and contraction of Smooth or involuntary muscles that sends food through the digestive tube. |
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Definition
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|
Term
| ball of food that has mixed with saliva |
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Definition
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|
Term
|
Definition
| the amount of energy (calories) the body uses at rest |
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Term
| begins to break down proteins |
|
Definition
|
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Term
|
Definition
| covers the root of the tooth |
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Term
|
Definition
| hormone secreted by the duodenum and jejunum |
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Term
| close to the front of the mouth and is composed of the palatine bones |
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Definition
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|
Term
| controls the opening between the stomach and the duodenal portion of the small intestine |
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Definition
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|
Term
| covers the larynx and prevents food from entering the respiratory tract |
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Definition
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|
Term
| covers the root of the tooth |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| crosses to the left side in the upper part of the cavity |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| directs the food down into the stomach, instead of up through the nose. |
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Definition
|
|
Term
| divisions of the small intestine |
|
Definition
- duodenum
- jejunum
- ileum |
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Term
| finger-like projections of the small intestine |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| functions of hydrochloric acid |
|
Definition
- activate pepsinogen
- kill most microorganisms in the stomach |
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Term
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| goes down the left side into the pelvis |
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| hard bonelike substance beneath the enamel and the cement: the bulk of tooth material |
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| hormone secreted by the duodenum and jejunum |
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| last portion of the colon |
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| approximately 30 feet (9.1 m) |
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| like a tube, approximately 30 feet (9.1 m) long |
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location of taste buds (by type)salty (tip and sides of the tongue)
bitter (back of the tongue)
sweet (tip of tongue)
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salty (tip and sides)
bitter (back)
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| lymph nodules grouped together |
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- aggregated lymphatic follicles
- Peyer's patches |
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| microscopic folds of the cell membrane to increase the surface area |
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| monosaccharides that remain at the completion of digestion of proteins |
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- glucose
- galactose
- fructose |
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| muscular sac 3 to 4 inches long (7.5 to 10 cm). It resembles a small pear |
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| necessary for the development of red blood cells in bone marrow |
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| needed for absorption of vitamin B12 |
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| provides blood supply to the liver |
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| a form of amylase found in saliva |
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| a narrowing of the pyloric sphincter |
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| salivary gland under the tongue |
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| secretes an anticoagulant called heparin |
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| stores energy and uses it to drive all cellular processes that require energy |
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| the amount of energy (calories) the body uses at rest |
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| the breakdown of larger molecules into smaller ones |
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| the muscular tube behind the mouth |
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| the pancreas secretes these into the bloodstream to help regulate blood sugar levels |
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- insulin
- glucagon
- somatostatin |
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| the synthesis of substances to form new, larger substances |
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| travels up the right side of the abdominal cavity |
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| vitamin B12 necessary for the development of |
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| red blood cells in bone marrow |
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Digestive system-numbered |
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Digestive system-named |
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