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Close perforations & remove damaged tissue |
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Copious warm isotonic washings |
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Report fever, pain, bleeding No heavy lifting 7 days No fiber 1-2 days |
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pathogen, parasite, ova, worms |
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Low - GI bleed/malnutrition Anemia |
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Indirect hemagglutination assay tests for |
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Side FX of Barium swallow study |
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White stools 1-2 d. Constipation |
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Pepto-Bismol (anti-biotic action) Charcoal Kaopectate |
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Anti-cholinergics for diarrhea |
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Atropine, Belladone, Pro-banthine |
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When do you use antidiarrheal drugs? |
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Cautiously and ONLY when cause is known. |
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How long no food after diarrhea? |
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Risk for fluid volume deficit Risk for impaired skin integrity - peri-anal area |
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Peri-anal skin protectant |
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Zinc-oxide based creams/ointments |
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How often do you check a patient if incontinent? |
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How much drop in BP is + ortho hypotension? |
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How much fluids can you give if fluid volume deficit r/t diarrhea? |
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Constipation is defined as.. |
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<2 BM/wk and/or difficult passage of stools (hard/marble like) |
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Stool softener & Instructions |
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Docusate (Miralax) - give 1 hr apart from other drugs with fluids |
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Psyllium (mix in full glass cool liquid) |
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Osmotic & Saline Laxatives |
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Milk of Magnesia Lactulose Magnesium Citrate Polyethylene Glycol
Take w/full glass liquid Contraindicated if fluid deficit or Na+ restrictions |
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Irritants/Stimulants for GI |
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Bisacodyl Senna
Take on empty stomach |
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Fluids Fiber (prunes, bran) Inc. activity Narcotics only PRN |
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Digital exam Enemas if Rxd |
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Spastic bowel or functional colitis |
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Abd. pain w/ constipation/diarrhea or both |
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If constipation & diarrhea Rx? |
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IBS constipation in women Rx? |
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Tegaserod mesylate (Zelnorm) lubiprostone (Amitiza) |
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Nsg. Care fecal incontinence |
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Check Q hr. Consistent toilet time & place (AM post breakfast/coffee for gastrocolic reflex) Privacy Odor control Caring & non-judgmental Suppository before toileting |
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Simple - Inflamed but intact Gangrenous - necrotic c microperforations Perforated - Gross perforation with peritonitis |
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Rebound tenderness @ McBurney's point @ beginning of ascending colon RLQ |
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^WBC & shift to left Abd. US |
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IV fluids & Abx Appendectomy |
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Contamination (infection or enzyme irritant) of space between parietal and visceral layers
Most sign. complication of many acute abd. disorders. |
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Severe abd. pain (diffuse or local) Guarding Rapid, shallow breathing |
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Mortality rate/cause Peritonitis |
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40% Septic/hypovolemic shock |
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WBC >20,000 Blood cultures (septicemia) Liver and renal function studies Abd. xtray Perforation Paracentesis |
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Abx (broad then spec. after cultures) Narcotics & sedatives PRN |
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Drains used for peritoneal cavity |
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Definition
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How do wounds with drains heal? |
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Definition
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Nsg. care thru NG tube after surgery if intestinal decompression |
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Definition
Suction until motility returns |
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Definition
Separation of wound c exposed bowel - EMERGENT |
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How many days can a client not eat before we start to worry? |
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Definition
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Supportive care post-surgery (peritoneal) |
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Definition
HOB ^ to improve respirations O2 PRN TPN if needed |
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Nsg. care post peritoneal surgery Pain mgmt |
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Definition
Check symptoms & amt pain relief from analgesics HOB ^ and knees/feet bent to relieve muscle tension Alternative pain relief measures |
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Why is pain relief important post surgery? |
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Definition
Pain increases the stress response which impairs healing. |
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Fluid volume deficit care post peritoneal surgery |
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Definition
Check I & O (includes drain, suction) Check H/H, urine SG, electrolytes Check VS for shock Report UO <30 ml/hr |
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Nsg. action after peritoneal surgery NG |
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Definition
Replace cc for cc of NG suction - calculate in IV rate |
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Importance/amt of good oral care post op |
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Definition
Q shift decreases ventilator related pneumonia 40-50% |
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Term
Altered Protection (wound and immune stress) Nsg. actions |
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Definition
Strict handwashing Assess infection Check WBCs, albumin losses (healing) Culture new purulent drainage Strict asepsis Maintain fluid balance & nutrition |
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Inflammation of GI tract r/t Viral or bacterial infection usually w/acute diarrhea |
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Contaminated food or water |
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Undercooked beef, unpasteurized milk, apple juice or fecal-oral |
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raw or improperly cooked poultry, meat, eggs and dairy |
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fecal-oral, vectors, objects |
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Definition
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Tx Colitis, Cholera, shigella, salmonella |
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Definition
Septra, Cipro, Ampicillin Antidiarrheals for fluid loss |
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Definition
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Definition
Vancomycin Linezolin (Zyvox) |
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Definition
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When are probiotics useful? |
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Definition
Infectious & abx associated diarrhea if client not immunosuppressed or critically ill (good bacteria could become harmful) |
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Definition
Harmful toxins & antigen/antibodies removed |
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What two gastroenteritis causing organisms is plasmapheresis useful for? |
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Definition
Botulism Hemorrhagic E. coli |
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Term
Protozoal infections are caused by? |
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Definition
Fecal-oral Direct or sexual contact possible
eg. Giardiasis Amebiasis Cyptosporidiosis |
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Term
Tx Protozoal infection of bowel |
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Definition
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Term
Helminthic infections include.... |
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Definition
Nematodes - Round worms (eg <3 worms) Trematodes - Flukes Cestosodes - tapeworms |
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Term
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Definition
Pyrantel Pamoate (Antiminth) Mebendazole (Vermox) |
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Term
Nsg. care helminthic infections |
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Definition
Handwashing Contact isolation Disinfect objects, linens, toilets |
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Term
Nsg. teaching r/t helminthic infection |
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Definition
Drink safe water Peel or cook produce Cook all meats & fish No feces in fertilizer |
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Term
IBD includes which two diseases? |
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Definition
Ulcerative Colitis Crohn's Disease |
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Term
Who does UC primarily affect? |
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Definition
15-40 year olds Etiology unknown |
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Term
What is Ulcerative Colitis? |
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Definition
Inflammation of mucosa and submucosa of the rectum & colon (NOT small intestine) |
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Term
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Definition
rectum to colon distal to proximal Microscopic hemorrhage Abcesses Necrosis & sloughing |
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Term
Characteristics of rectal/colon mucosa with UC |
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Definition
Red, friable, bleeds easily |
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Term
What will pts with UC have in their diarrhea? |
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Definition
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What affect does chronic inflammation have on the bowel? |
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Definition
Fibrosis Decreases viability of colon No H20 absorption or slow down |
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Term
What intervals are common for chronic intermittent colitis? |
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Definition
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How many BMs/day for mild and severe UC |
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Definition
Mild <4 Severe 6-10 to 30-40 possible |
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Definition
LLQ pain relieved by defecation |
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Definition
Colon Cancer Arthritis Uveitis |
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Definition
Anemia r/t blood loss Perforation r/t friability Toxic megacolon Inc. risk for colon cancer |
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Definition
Colon paralysis and dilation within min to hrs. Shock symptoms (life threatening) Colon full of air or liquid Massive hemorrhage (rare) |
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What Sx do you report to provider for pt with UC? What is considered normal? |
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Definition
Fever, Signs of infection, signs of perforation/peritonitis, shock symptoms
Normal - diarrhea and bloody stools, anorexia |
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Definition
Regional enteritis Chronic and life long Affects full thickness lining (fibrotic thickening, obstruction, ulceration, strictures) "cobblestone" bowel Can affects small intestine and therefore nutrient absorption |
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What kind of malabsorption is common with Crohn's? |
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Definition
Vit. B, Fats (dec. bile salts absorption), absorption of fat soluble vitamins |
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Term
90% of Crohn's patients have what? |
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Definition
Continuous or episodic diarrhea |
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Term
Characteristics of diarrhea in Crohn's. |
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Definition
Liquid, loose, w/o blood usually Steatorrhea (floating stools or fat ring around toilet) |
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Sx/complications of Crohn's. |
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Definition
Abd. pain & tenderness Anorectal lesions Abscesses and fistulas Perforation -- Peritonitis |
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Term
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Definition
Tract the body forms in order to drain abscess or get rid of an infection. Can be formed in inappropriate places. |
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Dietary/Rx mgmt IBD acute phase |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Low residue, low/no dairy, Inc. cal and protein, decrease fat and fiber. Replace B12, Ca++, Iron
Check for ABGs (metabolic acidosis) Check serum electrolytes (hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia) Fluids |
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Term
Potent anti-inflammatories UC and Crohn's |
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Definition
Sulfasalazine (Abx + potent NSAID 5-ASA) Balsalazide
PO or PR |
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Term
Anti-inflammatories for small bowel in Crohn's |
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Definition
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Term
Immunosuppressive drugs Crohn's |
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Definition
Azathioprine Mercaptopurine Methotrexate (TNF alpha inhibitor for autoimmune issues) |
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Term
When can you give a UC pt. antidiarrheals |
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Definition
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Term
What is the risk of giving an acute phase UC pt. antidiarrheals? |
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Definition
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Term
Biologic Immunomodulators Crohn's |
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Definition
Infliximab (Remicade) IV q 2-3 months |
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Term
Abx, Antispasmodics, Antidiarrheals Crohn's |
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Definition
Abx - Metronidazole & Cipro Antispasmodics - Pro-banthine Antidiarrheals - Lomotil, Immodium, codeine |
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Term
When/what surgery performed on Crohn's patients? |
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Definition
Only if complications Anastomosis (preferred to ostomies)
Reoccurence likely |
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Term
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Definition
Yes Total colectomy
*disfiguring |
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Term
What is typically done for a pt. given total colectomy |
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Definition
Ileoanal anastomosis Ileostomy |
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Term
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Definition
Fluid volume deficit Altered nutrition (less than body requirements) Anxiety or disturbed body image Fatigue r/t anemias (Crohn's) or blood/iron loss (UC) Ineffective therapeutic regimen mgmt r/t sx, changes and multiple drugs |
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Term
Sprue is also known as what? |
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Definition
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Term
What causes Celiac's disease? |
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Definition
Gluten=antigen Antibodies attack enteral mucosa when gluten present and cause inflammation and villi damage which leads to malabsorption
Tropical Sprue from infection (Et. unknown) |
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Term
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Definition
Sore tongue Diarrhea Wt. loss |
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Term
Common deficiencies Celiac's |
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Definition
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Term
A Gluten free diet excludes what? What does it include? |
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Definition
Wheat, rye, barley, oats
Low fat Dec. milk Inc. calories and protein Folic acid, Iron Rice, potatoes |
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Term
What pts more likely to have lactose intolerance? |
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Definition
Asians, American Indians, African Americans, Hispanics and Jewish Americans. |
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Term
Tx lactose intolerance/alternative sources of Ca++ |
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Definition
Decrease milk products Take lactase enzymes PRN
Leafy greens Vit D/Ca++ fortified OJ/juices Aged cheeses Yogurt as tolerated Soy products, Tofu |
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Term
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Definition
Iatrogenic r/t significan bowel resections for Crohn's patients |
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Term
What part of the bowel does short bowel syndrome involve? Which part is more serious? Why? |
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Definition
Small intestine Proximal more serious than distal r/t malabsorption of nutrients |
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Term
What syndrome is common along with short bowel syndrome when the remaining bowel can no longer compensate? |
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Definition
Dumping syndrome -> diarrhea |
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Term
Tx of short bowel syndrome |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Protruding mass on bowel wall |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
What % polyps become cancerous? |
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Definition
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Term
3rd leading cause cancer deaths |
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Definition
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Term
Long-term survival rate colon cancer |
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Definition
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Term
What are colorectal adenocarcinomas from? Where are they most common? |
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Definition
Polyps Common in Sigmoid colon & rectum |
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Term
Risk factors colorectal cancer |
|
Definition
Daily alcohol consumption C-Reactive Protein present (inflammation) IBS or IBD |
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Term
Screening options/timing colorectal cancer |
|
Definition
After 50 or 45 if family hx/african american Hemoccult (guaiac) or fecal (occult) test yearly Flexible sigmoidoscopy or Barium enema q5yrs Colonoscopy q 5-10 yrs or 3 yrs post polypectomy |
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Term
By the time Sx occur what has colorectal cancer progressed to? |
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Definition
Metastasized to adjacent abd. organs and liver |
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Term
Growth time colorectal cancer |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Change in bowel patterns Bleeding Late Sx: pain, anorexia, wt loss |
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Term
Lab value for colorectal prognosis, tx. progress and to check for reoccurence
(NOT for screening) |
|
Definition
CEA (CarcinoEmbryonic Antigen) |
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Term
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Definition
Surgical resection w/ or w/o colostomy Radiation therapy adjuvant pre or post op Chemo - 5FU post-op c folinic acid Laser photocoagulation (small tumors or palliative) |
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Term
Nsg teaching pre-OP Colorectal cancer |
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Definition
Bowel prep/Cathartics, talk about ostomy set up if applicable |
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Term
Nsg care post-op colorectal cancer |
|
Definition
NG sxn, NPO, IV, wound care, ambulation, diet when peristalsis |
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Term
Rx post-op colorectal cancer surgery |
|
Definition
H2 receptor drugs PRN eg Zantac (PPI) |
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Term
Nsg. Dxs post op colorectal cancer |
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Definition
Risk for fluid volume deficit Altered Nutrition (less than body requirements) Altered body image r/t colostomy Pain Anticipatory Grieving Risk for sexual dysfunction (genital nerve disruption r/t surgery) Colostomy (sex) |
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Term
What is considered poor nursing care if you don't do it asap post-op? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Protrusion of an organ through abdominal muscle wall defect |
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Term
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Definition
Inguinal - Direct and Indirect |
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Term
Hernias likely in women. What do they often contain? |
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Definition
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Term
Hernia related to prior surgeries |
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Definition
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Term
Hernia that can be returne to abd. cavity manually or spontaneously |
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Definition
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Term
Hernia c content that can't be returned to abd. cavity |
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Definition
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Term
Hernia with contents cut off from blood supply at risk for necrosis |
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Definition
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Term
Common etiologies mechanical (60%) intestinal obstruction |
|
Definition
Hernia, scar tissue, fibrotic structures |
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Term
Common etiologies for functional (paralytic ileus) intestinal obstruction. |
|
Definition
Post. abdominal surgeries Meds (opiates, anesthesia) |
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Term
Small bowel obstruction accounts for ____% of bowel obstruction whereas large bowel obstruction accounts for ___% |
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Definition
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Term
Sx small bowel obstruction |
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Definition
Borborygmi (hyperactive BS above obstruction early sx) Cramps, N/V (severe) Absent BS Protuberant abdomen (taut and stretched) Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance ->hypovolemic shock |
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Term
Complications small bowel obstruction |
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Definition
Inc. distention and bacterial growth -> Strangulation-> Gangrene -> Perforation -> Tissue death, peritonitis, death |
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Term
Large bowel obstruction is usually caused by what? |
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Definition
Cancer, obstipation, diverticulitis |
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Term
Sx large bowel obstruction |
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Definition
N/V (early sx but later than in small bowel due to distal location) Low-grade cramps Feculent vomit Distention, increased pressure, gangrene, perforation |
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Term
Bowel obstruction type common in kids and babies - telescoping |
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Definition
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Term
Bowel obstruction when bowel gets twisted and strangulated (not hernial) |
|
Definition
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Term
Bowel obstruction where scar tissue forming between bowel segments r/t abdominal surgeries/IBD/ |
|
Definition
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Term
4 types bowel obstructions |
|
Definition
Intussusception Adhesion Volvulus Herniation |
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Term
|
Definition
Let bowel rest & hope it will resume peristalsis Intestinal tubes (advance ~6 in/hr until can't move further and suction) |
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Term
Rx functional bowel obstruction |
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Definition
Metoclopromide (watch for extrapyramidal symptoms ) Dec. n/v and inc. peristalsis |
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Term
Pre-op Tx mechanical bowel obstructions |
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Definition
NG sxn to stop vomiting and distention Isotonic IV fluids and electrolytes Prophylactic antibiotics (&probiotics)
Anastomoses usual in bowel obstruction surgery |
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Term
Post-op bowel obstruction care |
|
Definition
Deep breathing and coughing (no cough if hernia repair) Splinting Ambulation asap ^ peristalsis |
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Term
Nsg interventions for Risk for Ineffective Breathing r/t distention pressure on diaphragm or possible aspiration (Bowel obstruction removal surgery) |
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Definition
^HOB C&DB (splint) Pain meds Incentive spirometer NPO GI sxn |
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Term
When do you stop GI sxn in a patient with bowel obstruction? |
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Definition
BS return and passing flatus |
|
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Term
|
Definition
sac-like projections of mucosa though colon muscle defects from increased pressure (Flabby/weak colon) |
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Term
What is the general etiology of diverticular disease? |
|
Definition
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Term
What are complication of diverticular disease? |
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Definition
Muscle thickens -> Lumen narrows -> Possible obstruction or fistula formation |
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Term
What other disease can diverticular disease mimic? What % of pt with diverticular disease are asymptomatic? |
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Definition
IBS (pain, n/v, low fever, bleeding) ~80% |
|
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Term
|
Definition
Inflammation of diverticula and gross or microscopic perforation usually in 1 spot |
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Term
Complications diverticulitis |
|
Definition
Infection and bleeding (trapped food in pouches) Bacteria in pouches - abscess or peritonitis |
|
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Term
|
Definition
Broad spectrum Abx. Pentazocine (Talwin) for pain b/c dec. colonic pressure Docusate (Miralax) |
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Term
What drug can you NOT give a pt. with diverticulitis? Why? |
|
Definition
Laxatives. Increase colonic pressure |
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Term
Dietary mgmt durgin acute phase diverticulitis |
|
Definition
NPO then gradual as recovering, bowel rest |
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Term
General dietary mgmt diverticulitis |
|
Definition
High fiber (work out bowel) Avoid food with small seeds |
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Term
What % of diverticulitis pts get surgery and why? |
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Definition
~25% if peritonitis or abscess |
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Term
|
Definition
Methylcellulose Psyllium Polycarbophil
Act in small intestine and colon
Absorb water thereby softening and enlarging the fecal mass promoting peristalsis |
|
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Term
|
Definition
Docusate sodium Docusate calcium
Small intestine and colon
Sufactant action softens stool by facilitating penetration of water; also causes secretion sof water and electrolytes into intestine |
|
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Term
|
Definition
Bisacodyl (colon) Senna (colon) Castor oil (small intestine)
Stimulate peristalsis Bring water and electrolytes into colon and decrease water and electrolyte absorption |
|
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Term
|
Definition
Magnesium hydroxide, sulfate and citrate Sodium phosphate Polyethylene glycol
Small intestine and colon
Osmotic action retains water and softens feces |
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Term
|
Definition
Lubiprostone (Opens Cl- channels in intestinal epithelium and inc. motility and secretion of fluid into lumen) Mineral oil (lubricates and reduces water absorption) Glycerin suppository (lubricates and causes reflex rectal contractions) Lactulose (similar to osmotic laxatives) |
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Term
Laxatives that produce watery stool in 2-6 hrs |
|
Definition
Osmotic laxatives (in high doses) Castor oil |
|
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Term
Laxatives that produce semifluid stool in 6-12 hrs. |
|
Definition
Osmotic laxatives (low doses) Bisacodyl (oral - suppositories work in 15 min) Senna |
|
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Term
Laxatives that produce soft stool in 1-3 days |
|
Definition
Bulk-Forming Laxatives Surfactant laxatives (docusate) Lactulose Lubiprostone |
|
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Term
Best thing to clean peri-anal area |
|
Definition
H20, mild soap (Periwash) |
|
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Term
Fasting blood glucose normal range Albumin normal range Cholesterol |
|
Definition
BS 70-110 Alb. 3.5-5.0 Chol <200 |
|
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Term
This type of obesity is more common in men and has a higher risk for HTN and stroke than the other form of obesity. |
|
Definition
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Term
This type of obesity is seen more commonly in women and is harder to treat |
|
Definition
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Term
100% wt over ideal ___x higher risk of dying |
|
Definition
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Term
Overcoming obesity stats: BMI Exercise Loss Diet Cues |
|
Definition
BMI 18.5-24.9 Exercise 30 min/day 3-5x/wk 1-2 lbs/wk 1000-1500 kcal Eat when hungry, not when presence of food or time of day |
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Term
Labs to assess on obese pt |
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Definition
Thyroid profile Glucose, cholesterol, lipid profiles |
|
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Term
Two types of gastric (bariatric) surgeries |
|
Definition
Gastric bypass Gastroplasty (banded) or stapling |
|
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Term
Complications of gastric surgeries |
|
Definition
Vomiting Dumping syndrome Anastomosis leak -> peritonitis Band breaks or slips Nutrient deficiency |
|
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Term
|
Definition
Inadequate nutrient intake Impaired absoprtion Nutrient loss (diarrhea, hemorrhage, renal failure, Inc. metabolic needs) |
|
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Term
What % of hospitalized clients are malnourished? |
|
Definition
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Term
When energy stores of glycogen are drained, what happens? How long does it take? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
When gluconeogensis occurs during stress response, PCM (protein-calorie malnutrition) |
|
Definition
|
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Term
How fast can protein be broken down by gluconeogenesis? |
|
Definition
1/2 protein stores can be broken down within 3 wks |
|
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Term
Nsg Dxs malnutrition - catabolism |
|
Definition
Impaired nutrient absorption Impaired skin integrity Subcutaneous fat and muscle proteins broken down Impaired immune system Impaired wound healing Impaired mobility Abdominal edema, diarrhea |
|
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Term
Increased complication rates, mortality, slower healing, rehospitalization and length of stay in hospital are all associated with what? |
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Definition
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Term
Normal, mild, significant values for albumin. |
|
Definition
Normal 3.5-5.0 Mild 3.0-3.5 Significant <3.0 |
|
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Term
|
Definition
Oncotic gate keeper Binds electrolytes (ca++) and drugs |
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Term
What does hypoalbuminemia put a pt at major risk for? |
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Definition
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When do you test prealbumin? |
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How long does it take to have an appreciable increase in Albumin levels? |
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What serum electrolyte is reduced with severe malnutrition? |
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What blood cell count is reduced with malnutrition |
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Dietary mgmt malnutrition |
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Replace K+, Mg+, Ca++ Re-introduce: protein, calories, vitamins and minerals Fat and lactose introduced last Gradual process |
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Corticosteroids (^Na+ retention also) Megace Marinol Odor/presentation |
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Standard Enteral tube feed |
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Jevity 1cal/1mL 14% protein 60% CHO 25% Fat c vitamins and minerals |
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Enteral feedings complications |
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Aspiration Diarrhea Gastric distress Dehydration Skin breakdown |
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What degree should HOB be at for NG? |
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NG Tube Corpack (weighted) Tigertube (self-advancing to Jejunum) Gastrostomy (G) tube Jejunostomy (J) tube |
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Suctioning Irrigation Temp. feeding Meds |
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What do you need to check when using NG tube? |
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Skin breakdown Placement Markings on tubing vs. baseline HOB 30-45 |
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Benefits - less likely to aspirate, migrates to jejunum itself, wire to assist with placement
Risks - Clogs easily, bleeding/tissue damage |
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What is the new safety measure for all tubes/catheters/etc? |
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50% Dextrose, 8.5% AA, hypertonic Via Central line (includes PICC) |
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10% Dextrose, 3.5% AA, slightly hypertonic Via Peripheral line |
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What can't you do on the same arm as a PICC? |
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Problems with central line insertion |
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Definition
Air bolus Pneumothorax Check lungs if took more than one stick Brachial plexus injury Mal-positioning |
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What do you need before you use a central line? |
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Definition
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How often must TPN orders be written? |
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Nsg. assessment of central line care and TPN actions |
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X-ray confirmation before usage Check electrolytes - replacement via IV Secure new orders daily Change tubing Qday Sterile site care q3d glucose checks; SSI VS Q4hr I&O, Daily Wts Diuretics per MD order |
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How often must you check blood sugars with TPN? |
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Definition
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Do you have to have someone confirm the order for you when hanging TPN? |
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Inflammation of the oral mucosa |
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>65 years age Immune compromised Chemo O2 therapy Steroids Poor oral hygiene ETOH abuse Chronic renal or heart failure |
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Viral Bacterial Irritants Mechanical trauma |
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Malnutrition Electrolyte/fluid imbalances Bacterial endocarditis Sepsis |
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Topical oral anesthetics (Orajel, viscous lidocaine) Fungal ("swish & swallow" Nystatin, Fluconazole) Herpetic (Acyclovir) Bacterial (Abx) Mechanical (saline rinses, Gelcare analgesia) Et cell stimulator (Palfermin) |
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What kind of cancer is oral cancer? |
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Where is oral cancer located? |
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Lips, tongue, mouth floor, head & neck |
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Smoking, ETOH, chewing tobacco |
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Early sign of mouth cancer |
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Definition
Painless oral ulceration or lesion that doesn't heal |
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Blood tinged sputum Dysphagia Difficulty speaking Swollen lymph nodes |
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Where does mouth cancer frequently metastasize to? |
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Risk for Ineffective Airway Clearance Risk for Imbalanced Nutrition Impaired Verbal communication Disturbed body image |
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GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease) |
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Definition
Backward flow of gastric contents into esophagus |
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Definition
Incompetent lower esophageal sphincter or increased pressure in stomach |
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Factors contributing to GERD |
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Definition
Inc. gastric volume Bending or lying down Inc. gastric pressure eg obesity, tight clothing Hiatal hernia |
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Dysphagia Belching Heartburn Chest Pain |
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What % adults are affected by GERD? |
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Definition
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Esophageal strictures Barrett's esophagus (cancer) |
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Barium Swallow Upper endoscopy 24 hr ambulatory pH (check for regurgitation) Esophageal manometry (sphincters pressure & peristalsis) |
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PPIs H2 receptor blockers Antacids Promotility agents Protectants/Anti-ulcer (sucralfate) |
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What GERD medication do you need to stagger with other meds in order to prevent malabsorption? |
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Definition
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Who are antacids contraindicated in? |
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Definition
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What problems does using Sodium bicarb at home for GERD cause? |
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Definition
Fluid retention - Edema/HTN/CHF aggravation Metabolic alkalosis Inc. intra-abd. pressure Delays pt from seeking care |
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What side FX do aluminum based antacids have? |
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Definition
Constipation Dec. effects of coumadin and digoxin Inc. Sodium - CHF/HTN risk |
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H2 receptor blockers (reduce acidity of gastric juices) Take HS even if Sx relieved |
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Definition
Famotidine (Pepcid) Ranitidine (Zantac) |
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Definition
Reduce acid secretions Nexium, Protonix, Prevacid, Prilosec |
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Definition
Sulcralfate (Carafate) Forms paste with gastric acid to adhere to damaged tissue |
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Promotility agent Inc. peristalsis and gastric emptying |
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Definition
Metoclopramide (Reglan) 30 min before meals Watch for extrapyramidal SEs |
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Lifestyle changes to prevent GERD |
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Definition
Don't eat after 8pm Sit up after eating Take meds as Rxd Avoid fats and alcohol & coffee |
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Definition
Nissen fundoplication (tightens lower esophageal sphincter) |
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Part of stomach protrudes through esophageal hiatus of diaphragm into thoracic cavity |
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Definition
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Ba swallow Upper endoscopy |
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Definition
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Absence of peristalsis associated with scar tissue |
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Definition
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Balloon dilation of lower esophageal sphincter every 6 months |
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Dysphagia Fullness in chest w/meals Chest pain @ rest Night time cough and hoarseness |
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May result from untreated GERD |
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Definition
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Term
What type of cancer is Barrett's Esophagus? |
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Definition
Squamous cell Adenocarcinoma |
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Risk factors Barrett's Esophagus |
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Definition
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Manifestations Barrett's Esophagus |
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Definition
Hoarse voice Progressive dysphagia with pain while swallowing Choking, coughing Anorexia Weight loss |
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Late manifestation Barrett's Esophagus |
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Definition
Tracheoesophageal fistulas |
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Definition
Surgical Resection Palliative |
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Term
Complications of radiation to esophagus |
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Definition
Perforation Strictures Hemorrhage |
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Term
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Definition
Barium Swallow Esophagoscopy CXR, CT, MRI Albumin |
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Term
Altered Nutrition Interventions for Esophageal cancer |
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Definition
Pain control TF PRN Check labs (albumin, electrolytes) Check I & O Daily weights Swallowing |
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Term
Risk for Ineffective airway clearance and aspiration r/t Esophageal Cancer Nsg. Interventions |
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Definition
HOB 30-45 C&DB Q2hrs Monitor vitals, LOC Check TF placement |
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Disorders that affect digestion |
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Definition
N/V Stomach cancer Peptic Ulcer Disease Gastritis |
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What is the gastric mucosal barrier composed of? |
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Definition
Impermeable lipid layer Bicarb ion secretion Mucus gel |
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What interrupts the protective mucosal barrier? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Anorexia Pallor Sweating Tachycardia Vagal stim - dizziness & ortho HoTN |
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Definition
Dehydration Hypokalemia Metabolic alkalosis Aspiration -> Pneumonia Rupture or teat esophagus |
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Definition
Serotonin receptor antagonists (Zofran) Dopamine antagonists (Compazine) Antihistamines (Vistaril) Cannabinoids (Marinol) BDZs (Ativan) Corticosteroids (Decadron) |
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How low does Hg have to be before you start having major problems? |
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Definition
CBC H/H (Iron deficiency, pernicious anemia) Vit B12 Electrolytes Coag studies (INR, PT, PTT) Upper endoscopy (EGD - Esophagogastroduodenoscopy |
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When the gastric mucosa is not working properly, Vit B12 is not absorbed due to the lack of intrinsic factor secreted by gastric mucosa. What dos lack of Vit B12 produce? |
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Definition
Abnormal large RBCs fragile with limited O2 carrying capacity (Anemia) |
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Definition
Whole blood infusion Gastric lavage (Ice to constrict) IV fluids - NS Upper endoscopy-sclerosing agent |
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Pt. teaching r/t GI bleed |
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Definition
NSAID, ASA use ETOH use Food choices Meds |
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Definition
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Black tarry stools associated with upper GI bleed |
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Definition
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Bright red blood in stools associated with lower GI bleed |
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Definition
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Term
How high does the MAP have to be in order to adequately perfuse the kidney? |
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Definition
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Term
Three types of Upper GI bleeds |
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Definition
Gastritis PUD Esophageal Varices |
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Term
Gastritis due to ASA, NSAIDS, steroids, ETOH, caffeine or H. Pylori |
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Definition
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Definition
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Inflammation and atrophy gastric tissue gastritis |
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Definition
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Definition
Inflammation of the stomach lining & mucosal irritation |
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Term
Why are most hospitalized pts on PPIs? |
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Definition
Risk for Erosive (stress) Gastritis
When going into the hospital 1. BS Increases 2. Catabolism 3. Inc. HCl production r/t stress |
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Manifestations Acute Gastritis |
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Definition
N/V Anorexia Hematemesis, Melena Abd. pain
If perforation: BLEEDING, shock & acute abd pain |
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Definition
NPO 6-12 hrs Clear liquids -> full->solids If n/v persist = IV fluids c electrolytes |
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Definition
PPIs H2 receptor blockers Sucralfate |
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Term
Prevention erosive gastritis |
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Definition
PPI H2 receptor blocker Sucralfate Avoid stress, alternative relaxation measures |
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Manifestations Erosive Gastritis |
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Definition
Not associated with pain Bleeding occurs 2 or more days after stress event Risk for perforation - watch for s/s peritonitis |
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Term
Chronic gastritis risk factors |
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Definition
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Etiology Chronic Gastritis |
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Definition
Autoimmune H. Pylorus Beginning w/ superficial inflammation and leading to atrophy of gastric tissue |
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Manifestations Chronic Gastritis |
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Definition
Vague gastric distress Epigastric heaviness not relieved by antacids Fatigue r/t anemia |
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Term
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Definition
Metronidazole Clarithromycin PPI Pepto Bismol |
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Term
How is H. Pylori transmitted? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Bacteria irritate mucus gel and produce enzymes that decrease the efficacy of the mucus gel in protecting the gastric mucosa |
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Definition
Gnawing Burning Hunger-like pains Aching |
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Term
A break in the mucous lining of GI tract that comes in contact w/gastric juice |
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Definition
Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) |
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Definition
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Definition
H. Pylori Drinking Smoking NSAIDs and ASA |
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Definition
Hemorrhage Perforation Outlet obstruction |
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Term
Most commonly affected areas by PUD |
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Definition
Duodenum (most common) Esophagus Stomach |
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Term
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Definition
Maintain Circ IV Fluids Gastroscopy-laser to seal bleeding vessels NPO PPI (IV) Blood products PRBCs |
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Term
Tx Perforation hemorrhage |
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Definition
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Term
Tx Gastric Outlet obstruction |
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Definition
Balloon to dilate NPO NG decompression NS + K+ H2 receptor blockers IV Surgery last resort |
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Definition
Upper GI series c Barium Gastroscopy |
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Term
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Definition
NPO 6-8 hrs before No dentures, eyewear No eating after until gag reflex |
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Term
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Definition
Pepto (inc. mucosal bicarb and prostaglandin to heal ulcer + abx activity) H2 receptor blockers (HS) PPIs (before meal) |
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Term
Adenocarcinoma with few Sxs; advanced when Dx'd. |
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Definition
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Risk factors stomach cancer |
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Definition
Nitrates Smoked meats H. Pylori Gastric polyps |
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Definition
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Definition
Hypertonic food bolus -> Empties quickly into intestine -> Hypertonic food brings lots of water in from surrounding tissues -> Increases peristalsis -> Causes swelling of intestine, cramping, and borborygmi -> Blood volume decreased due to water being pulled in -> Decreased blood volume & orthostatic hypotension |
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Term
What should patients do if they are experiencing dumping syndrome? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Faintness Sweating Palpitations Diarrhea |
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Term
Pt. teaching to decrease dumping syndrome |
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Definition
Eat small, frequent meals Separate foods and liquids Avoid foods that increase dumping syndrome Increase protein & fats to slow emptying Lie down for 1 hr after meals |
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Term
What is a complication of stomach cancer/ gastric surgery? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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What happens with the gall bladder when fatty foods enter the duodenum? |
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Definition
Releases bile at sphincter of Oddi |
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Definition
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Definition
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Term
Who is likely to have cholelithiasis or cholecystitis? |
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Definition
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Term
What happens in cholecystitis? |
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Definition
Inflammation of gallbladder -> Obstruction inc. pressure within gallbladder -> Ischemia can lead to necrosis or perforation |
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Term
Cholecystitis complications |
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Definition
Gangrene & perforation -> peritonitis Chronic cholecystitis Empyema Fistula formation GI paralytic ileus |
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Term
How are gallbladder stones formed? |
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Definition
Abnormal bile composition -> Biliary stasis -> Gallbladder inflammation |
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Term
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Definition
No fat in diet VS (esp temp) Q4hrs Semi-fowler's position to take pressure off inflamed GB Morphine or Demerol for severe pain |
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Term
Which gallbladder disease has longer acting pain? |
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Definition
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Term
Which gallbladder disorder presents with pain increased by movement and breathing, pain generalized RUQ, n/v, anorexia, and chills and fever? |
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Definition
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Term
Which gallbladder disorder presents with pain localized to epigastrum and RUQ, RUQ tender with guarding, n/v? |
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Definition
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Term
When is surgery on the bile duct indicated? |
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Definition
When stones are lodged in ducts |
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Term
How is bile passed after gallbladder surgery? |
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Definition
T-tube (patency & bile passage) |
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Term
What do you worry about with T-tube care? |
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Definition
Obstruction, drainage amount and color, infection, pulling/traction, pt. protecting tube, Fowler's position with drain below surgical wound |
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Term
How much drainage should there be with a t-tube? |
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Definition
500 cc first day then <200 cc/day |
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Term
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Definition
Secretes bile Metabolizes protein, carbs, fats, drugs, RBCs Stores vitamins, iron & blood Synthesizes albumin, globulins and clotting factors Regulates glucose Converts ammonia to urea |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
Inflammation of the liver |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
1. Viral 2. Potentially ETOH, drugs & toxins, Tyelenol |
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Term
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Definition
Preicteric Icteric Posticteric |
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Term
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Definition
Flu-like, fever, fatigue N/V Muscle aches |
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Term
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Definition
Jaundice Pruritis Clay colored stools Brown urine Appetite Inc. Fever Dec. |
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Term
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Definition
Energy Inc. Pain subsides Bilirubin normal
Damage already done |
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Term
Type of hepatitis with fecal-oral transmission, 2 dose vaccination, healthcare, daycare and restaurant workers at risk |
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Definition
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Term
Type of hepatitis with: Blood & body fluid transmission 3 dose vaccine Healthcare workers, gay men & prisoners at risk |
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Definition
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Term
Type of Hepatitis: Blood and body fluid transmission No vaccine IV drug abusers at risk |
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Definition
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Term
Which type of Hepatitis can you get an IM Immunoglobin within two weeks of exposure? |
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Definition
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Term
Which type of Hepatitis can you get a short acting immunity (HGIB IM) and concurrently start vaccinations for after exposure? |
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Definition
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Term
Which type of Hepatitis has no vaccine and no post-exposure prevention treatment? |
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Definition
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Term
This type of hepatitis is self-limiting (2 months) but has no Tx after Dxd. |
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Definition
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Term
Type of hepatitis Txd with Interferon alpha and ribavirin? |
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Definition
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Term
Type of Hepatitis treated with interferon alpha and lamivudine |
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Definition
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Term
Most clinical recovery of Hepatitis happens within _______. |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Avoid ETOH & Tylenol Bedrest Adequate nutrition as tolerated Avoid strenuous activity |
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Term
End stage chronic liver disease that is progressive and irreversible and leads to liver failure. |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Functional liver tissue gradually destroyed and replaced w/fibrous scar tissue interrupting blood flow and increasing blood pressure |
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Term
Manifestation of liver disease |
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Definition
Jaundice Pruritis Brown urine Pale stools Liver enlargment RUQ dull ache Weakness Inc. bilirubin level |
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Term
Later manifestations liver disease |
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Definition
Impaired metabolism Altered LOC (Ammonia) Anemia Thrombocytopenia Ascites Peripheral edema Bleeding |
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Term
This symptom of liver disease manifests when bile salts come to the skin |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Liver biopsy
Can also look at: Inc. Ammonia levels Inc. Bilirubin levels Inc. PT s Dec. albumin Dec. glucose and cholesterol Abd. US Upper endoscopy |
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Term
Complications liver disease |
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Definition
Portal HTN Ascites Peripheral edema Esophageal varices Hemorrhoids Splenomegaly Hepatic Encephalopathy Hepatorenal syndrome |
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Term
What does portal HTN cause? |
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Definition
Rerouting of blood to lower pressure vessels - causes bulging and too much pressure on these vessels |
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Term
What happens with splenomegaly as a result of inc. portal HTN? |
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Definition
Blood is shunted to spleen Rates of RBC, WBC & platelet removal from circulation is affected. Blood cell destruction increased.
Anemia Leukopenia Thrombocytopenia |
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Term
Inc. hydrostatic pressure from portal HTN and Dec. Albumin r/t liver malfunction leads to what? |
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Definition
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Term
Condition resulting from liver disease that manifests as renal failure w/azotemia, Na+ retention, Oliguria and HoTN |
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Definition
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Term
When ammonia cannot be converted to urea in the liver due to malfunction of the liver what happens? |
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Definition
Hepatic encephalopathy
Normal -> Tremors ->Agitation -> Confusion -> Coma |
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Term
Is BUN higher or lower in hepatic encephalopathy? |
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Definition
Lower (blood UREA Nitrogen) |
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Term
Manifestation of hepatic encephalopathy in which involuntary jerking movements of extremities, feet and tongue |
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Definition
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Term
Rx Cirrhosis to decrease fluid retention |
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Definition
Diuretics (spironolactone & furosemide (Lasix)) |
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Term
Rx Cirrhosis to bring down ammonia levels |
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Definition
Lactulose (diarrhea) Neomycin (Abx) |
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Term
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Definition
Beta-blockers (eg atenolol) |
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Term
Rx Cirrhosis to Increase clotting |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Na+ and fluid restriction Protein restriction if NH4 High (60 g/day) Vit supplements B complex, folate, vit ADE Mg+ replacement if Etiology ETOH |
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Term
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Definition
Paracentesis (drain ascites) TIPS (temporary help - bypasses the liver) Transplantation |
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Term
Examples of bleeding precautions (Cirrhosis) |
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Definition
Soft toothbrush Don't blow nose too hard Keep stool soft No enemas, rectal temps or injections Watch for bruising Apply pressure to bleeding sites fo 5 min |
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Term
Liver cancer potential etiologies |
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Definition
Chronic Hep B or C Cirrhosis Contaminated water Carcinogens in food |
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Term
Where do exocrine pancreas enzymes empty to? |
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Definition
Through duct to the small intestine |
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Term
Inflammation and self destruction of the pancreas by its own enzymes. Autodigestion |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
ETOH, gallstones, surgery, infection, hyperlipidemia, NSAIDs, steroids, estrogen |
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Term
Acute pancreatitis manifestations |
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Definition
Abrupt onset Pain LUQ n/v fever Dec. BP Cold, clammy skin Retroperitoneal bleeding |
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Term
Chronic pancreatitis manifestations |
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Definition
Recurrent epigastric & LUQ pain n/v, wt loss Flatulence Constipation Steatorrhea |
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Term
Where does pancreatitis pain radiate to? How is it sometimes relieved? |
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Definition
Radiates to back. Relieved by sitting up and leaning forward |
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Term
What is pancreatitis pain initiated by? |
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Definition
Fatty meal or excessive ETOH |
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Term
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Definition
Inflammation -> Enzymes released -> Destruction of cells -> hemorrhage & necrosis |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
Superficial edema and bruising of SQ tissue around umbilicus |
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Definition
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Term
Cullen's and Turner's signs + |
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Definition
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Term
Pancreatitis complications |
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Definition
Pancreatic necrosis Abscess Pseudocysts Ascites |
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Term
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Definition
Narcotics Pancreatic enzyme supplements for life H2 receptor blocker PPI |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Pain Nutritional deficit Fluid volume deficit |
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