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What is a key component of a gastrointestinal assessment?
What is a key component of a gastrointestinal assessment?
- Dermatological inspection
- Neurological examination
- Auscultation (correct)
- Cardiovascular stress test
Which of the following is typically included in a gastrointestinal history?
Which of the following is typically included in a gastrointestinal history?
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Educational background
- Surgical history
- Current issue (correct)
What physical examination technique is used in a GI assessment?
What physical examination technique is used in a GI assessment?
- Palpation (correct)
- Inspection
- Percussion
- Auscultation
Why is family history important in a GI assessment?
Why is family history important in a GI assessment?
Which element of a patient's history is relevant to a GI assessment?
Which element of a patient's history is relevant to a GI assessment?
Inspection during a GI assessment mainly involves:
Inspection during a GI assessment mainly involves:
Which of these is a typical symptom explored when taking history for GI disorders?
Which of these is a typical symptom explored when taking history for GI disorders?
Auscultation of the abdomen involves using a stethoscope to listen for:
Auscultation of the abdomen involves using a stethoscope to listen for:
Palpation of the abdomen is performed to assess:
Palpation of the abdomen is performed to assess:
Why is it important to ask about the patient's symptoms during GI assessment?
Why is it important to ask about the patient's symptoms during GI assessment?
Flashcards
GI History
GI History
Gathering information about the patient's current gastrointestinal (GI) issue, symptoms, family history, and social history.
GI Assessment
GI Assessment
A systematic approach to physically examine the abdomen: Inspection, Auscultation, and Palpation
Inspection (GI)
Inspection (GI)
Visually examining the abdomen for distention, scars, or unusual movements.
Auscultation (GI)
Auscultation (GI)
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Palpation (GI)
Palpation (GI)
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Study Notes
- Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders involve the digestive system, requiring thorough assessment for accurate diagnosis and management
History
- Comprehensive patient history is crucial for identifying potential GI disorders
- The current issue is the primary reason for the patient's visit, detailing the onset, duration, and characteristics of the GI problem
- Symptoms include abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits (diarrhea, constipation), nausea, vomiting, bloating, heartburn, and rectal bleeding
- Family history includes any familial links or genetic predispositions to GI disorders such as colon cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), or celiac disease
- Social history assesses lifestyle factors like diet, alcohol consumption, smoking, stress levels, and travel history, all of which can impact GI health
GI Assessment
- A physical examination focusing on the abdomen is essential to assess for GI disorders
- Inspection involves visually examining the abdomen for distension, visible masses, pulsations, scars, and skin changes
- Auscultation involves listening to bowel sounds in all four quadrants of the abdomen using a stethoscope; noting the frequency, character, and presence/absence of bowel sounds
- Palpation involves gently pressing on the abdomen to assess for tenderness, guarding, rigidity, masses, and organomegaly (enlargement of organs); light and deep palpation are performed to identify areas of concern
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