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What is the primary dietary intervention for managing Celiac Disease?
What is the primary dietary intervention for managing Celiac Disease?
- Gluten-free diet (correct)
- High-fiber diet
- Dairy-free diet
- Low-fat diet
Which diagnostic procedure involves taking a tissue sample?
Which diagnostic procedure involves taking a tissue sample?
- Labs
- Endoscopy
- Physical exam
- Tissue biopsy (correct)
What effect does Celiac Disease have on the villi of the small intestine?
What effect does Celiac Disease have on the villi of the small intestine?
- Villi are damaged (correct)
- Villi are strengthened
- Villi are repaired
- Villi are elongated
Which of the following is a common symptom of Celiac Disease?
Which of the following is a common symptom of Celiac Disease?
Before diagnosis, what should a patient do regarding their diet?
Before diagnosis, what should a patient do regarding their diet?
What is a potential severe sign of Celiac Disease if left untreated?
What is a potential severe sign of Celiac Disease if left untreated?
Which of the following is a characteristic of stool in individuals with Celiac Disease?
Which of the following is a characteristic of stool in individuals with Celiac Disease?
Which of the following is a potential effect of Celiac Disease on growth and development in children?
Which of the following is a potential effect of Celiac Disease on growth and development in children?
Besides diarrhea and vomiting, what other gastrointestinal symptom is commonly associated with Celiac Disease?
Besides diarrhea and vomiting, what other gastrointestinal symptom is commonly associated with Celiac Disease?
What is the effect of Celiac Disease on bone health?
What is the effect of Celiac Disease on bone health?
Flashcards
Celiac Disease
Celiac Disease
An immune reaction to gluten, damaging the small intestine's villi, impairing nutrient absorption.
Diagnosing Celiac Disease
Diagnosing Celiac Disease
Endoscopy, tissue biopsy, and lab tests are used to confirm the presence of celiac disease.
Symptoms of Celiac Disease
Symptoms of Celiac Disease
Abdominal bloating, weight loss, foul-smelling stool, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain/cramping, delayed growth, short stature, delayed puberty, failure to thrive.
Nursing Interventions for Celiac Disease
Nursing Interventions for Celiac Disease
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Severe Signs of Celiac Disease
Severe Signs of Celiac Disease
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Treatment for Celiac Disease
Treatment for Celiac Disease
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Study Notes
- Celiac disease is caused by a gluten allergy
- Villi are damaged, resulting in the inability to properly absorb nutrients
Diagnosis
- Endoscopy
- Tissue biopsy
- Lab tests
Nursing Interventions
- Do not alter diet until diagnosed
- Supportive care
- Gluten-free diet
Symptoms
- Abdominal bloating
- Weight loss
- Foul-smelling stool
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain/cramping
- Delayed growth and development
- Short stature
- Delayed puberty
- Failure to thrive
Severe Signs
- Iron deficiency anemia
- Osteoporosis/Osteopenia
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