Gastrointestinal Disorders Nursing Care Module
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Which of the following is the most common gastrointestinal disorder with increasing prevalence worldwide?

  • Achalasia
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) (correct)

Which of the following is the most common cause of noncardiac chest pains?

  • Achalasia
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) (correct)
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease

Which of the following is the primary cause of GERD?

  • Compromised defenses of the esophagus leading to reflux of acidic gastric contents (correct)
  • Presence of intestinal proteolytic enzymes and bile
  • Structural and obstructive bowel disorders
  • Disorders of intestinal motility

Which of the following is not a disturbance in digestion mentioned in the text?

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Which of the following is not a disturbance in absorption and elimination mentioned in the text?

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Which of the following is a nursing care plan objective for patients with disturbances in ingestion, digestion, and absorption and elimination?

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What is the purpose of Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) series or barium swallow according to the text?

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What is the nursing responsibility for a patient undergoing Lower GI or barium enema?

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Inguinal, femoral, umbilical, and incisional are types of what according to the text?

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What could be a probable cause of Fatty, frothy, foul-smelling stools as per the text?

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Why would a patient need Cholangiography according to the text?

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What should a nurse do before a patient undergoes a Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiography (PTC) procedure?

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What is a potential gastrointestinal side effect of chronic alcoholism?

<p>Cirrhosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does smoking affect the gastrointestinal tract?

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What is a potential consequence of antibiotics altering the normal flora of the GI system?

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How can antacids and laxatives affect medication absorption?

<p>May decrease medication absorption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What risk factor is associated with colorectal cancer according to the text?

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How does surgery for abdominal ulcers impact a patient's postoperative course?

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GERD

Most common GI disorder with increasing global prevalence.

GERD and Chest Pain

Frequent cause of chest pain unrelated to heart issues.

Primary Cause of GERD

Impaired esophageal defenses lead to stomach acid reflux.

Not a Digestion Issue

A condition NOT directly related to digestion issues mentioned in the text.

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Not an Absorption/Elimination Issue

A condition NOT primarily related to absorption and elimination issues mentioned in the text.

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Nursing Care Plan Objective

Develop and implement plans of care for patients experiencing difficulties with food intake, breakdown, nutrient uptake and removal of waste.

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Barium Swallow Purpose

Diagnoses structural issues in the upper digestive tract.

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Barium Enema Nursing Prep

Withhold food and fluids for 8-12 hours before the procedure.

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Types of Hernias

Defects in muscle that can cause protrusions.

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Fatty Stools Cause

Malabsorption due to impaired pancreatic enzyme production.

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Cholangiography Purpose

Used to visualize and identify problems with the bile ducts.

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PTC Pre-Procedure Nursing

Ensuring the patient knows what to expect during the procedure.

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Alcohol-Related GI Effect

A liver disease resulting from long-term alcohol use.

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Smoking's GI Impact

Interferes with the restoration of ulcers.

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Antibiotics & Diarrhea

Disruption of gut flora can lead to loose stools.

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Antacids/Laxatives Med Interference

Interfere with the uptake of some drugs, thus diminishing their effects.

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Colorectal Cancer Risk

Increases risk of developing tumors in the large intestine and rectum.

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Ulcer Surgery Consequence

In some cases, blood might need replenishing because of loss during the procedure.

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