Common Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Children Quiz
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What is the GERD procedure called that narrows the esophageal sphincter?

  • Myotomy (correct)
  • Endoscopy
  • Esophageal manometry
  • pH monitoring

    • Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for GERD?

  • Drinking water (correct)
  • Consumption of high-fat foods
  • Being around secondhand smoke
  • Down syndrome

    • What is the typical pH level of the distal esophagus in GERD patients?

  • pH 10.0 (basic)
  • pH 5.0 (acidic)
  • pH 7.0 (acidic) (correct)
  • pH 8.0 (basic)

    • Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of GERD?

    <p>Fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of test is used to measure the strength of the esophageal sphincter in GERD patients?

    <p>Esophageal manometry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common treatment for GERD in babies?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common type of hiatal hernia?

    <p>Type IV (complex paraesophageal hiatal hernia)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of alkalosis in pyloric stenosis?

    <p>Hypochloremia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment approach for pyloric stenosis?

    <p>Correct electrolyte imbalance and dehydration first</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic finding during the physical examination of a child with pyloric stenosis?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of hiatal hernia is characterized by the stomach squeezing through the hiatus and lying next to the esophagus?

    <p>Type II (paraesophageal hiatal hernia)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of performing a pyloromyotomy in a child with pyloric stenosis?

    <p>To relieve the gastric outlet obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common symptom of celiac disease?

    <p>Abdominal pain and cramping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What vitamin deficiency is commonly associated with celiac disease?

    <p>Vitamin A, D, K, and E</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the oral glucose tolerance test in the diagnosis of celiac disease?

    <p>To assess intestinal absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of constipation in children?

    <p>Idiopathic (unknown cause)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of normal bowel movements in children?

    <p>Every other day or 3 times a week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common symptom of Meckel's diverticulum?

    <p>Gastrointestinal bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of total weight does the brain account for in infants?

    <p>75% to 80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of vomiting in children according to the text?

    <p>Gastroenteritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is vomiting considered potentially serious according to the text?

    <p>It can cause dehydration and metabolic alkalosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial management approach to decrease vomiting in children?

    <p>Withhold food and fluid temporarily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of diet should be started after a fasting period in an older child with vomiting?

    <p>Soft diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of diarrhea according to the text?

    <p>Loose and watery stools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease can be treated with Prednisone, sulfasalazine, azathioprine, or infliximab?

    <p>Chron's Disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom shared by Chron's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis?

    <p>Pain relievers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease occurs due to a lack of protein or severe malnutrition in the body?

    <p>Edematous malnutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a surgical procedure used for Chron's Disease?

    <p>Ileocaecal resection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macronutrient deficiency characterizes Marasmus?

    <p>Proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common antibiotic used in the treatment of Chron's Disease?

    <p>Metronidazole</p> Signup and view all the answers

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