Hernia Risk Factors and Types
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Which diagnostic test is commonly used for assessing Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Colonoscopy
  • CT scan of the abdomen
  • Occult blood/ova and parasites tests (correct)

What medication class is typically used in the management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome characterized by diarrhea?

  • Antibiotics
  • Antidiarrheal agents (correct)
  • Antifungals
  • Antidepressants

In Peptic Ulcer Disease, what is the pain location typically associated with duodenal ulcers?

  • Center of the chest
  • Left lower quadrant of the abdomen
  • Upper epigastric with localization to the left of the midline
  • Right of or below the epigastrium (correct)

What is a common nutritional recommendation for individuals with Peptic Ulcer Disease?

<p>Avoid foods that increase pain or irritation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic sign of a hernia?

<p>Abdominal distention and bloating (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key intervention for managing gastroenteritis?

<p>Fluid &amp; electrolyte replacement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common route of transmission for gastroenteritis?

<p>Oral-fecal route (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate drug therapy for acute enteritis?

<p>No drug treatment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT a contributing factor to diverticulitis?

<p>Regular physical exercise (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which population group is more affected by diverticulitis?

<p>Men (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk factor for both hernias and hemorrhoids?

<p>Portal hypertension (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common complication of a strangulated hernia?

<p>Bowel necrosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary transmission route for gastroenteritis?

<p>Fecal-oral (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which assessment finding is characteristic of appendicitis?

<p>Aggravation of pain with bending hips and knees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of nursing interventions for peritonitis?

<p>Decreasing infection and managing pain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common symptom of diverticulitis?

<p>Blood in stools (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of diverticulitis that involves the formation of an abnormal connection between two organs?

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

What is a common intervention for diverticulitis during an acute episode in terms of diet?

<p>Clear liquids only (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which laboratory assessment is commonly used to diagnose parasitic bowel infections?

<p>Stool examination for ova and parasites (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common parasite causing an infection of the upper small intestine in the US?

<p>Giardia Lamblia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

<p>Weakness/excessive relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which risk factor is NOT associated with the development of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

<p>Regular exercise routine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common complication of Barrett's esophagus?

<p>Esophageal stricture (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom commonly associated with Type 2 Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia?

<p>Chest pain that feels like angina (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic assessment is considered the most specific for Hiatal Hernia?

<p>Barium swallow with fluoroscopy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the drug therapy used for cholesterol stones in cholecystitis?

<p>Ursodiol, chenodiol (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing diagnosis is commonly associated with cholecystitis?

<p>Imbalanced nutrition: Less than body requirements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk factor/causes of obesity mentioned in the text?

<p>Low physical activity level (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which assessment method is commonly used to classify body weight?

<p>Body mass index (BMI) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common intervention for malnutrition mentioned in the text?

<p>Anti-diarrheal drugs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common type of stones in choledocholithiasis?

<p>Cholesterol stones (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is NOT typically used in the treatment of helminthic disorders?

<p>Ivermectin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can cause Acalculous cholecystitis?

<p>Biliary stasis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of cholecystitis that involves the formation of a tunnel between two organs?

<p>Fistula (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic assessment method is specifically used to visualize the gallbladder?

<p>Cholecystography (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential long-term complication after bariatric surgery?

<p>Vitamin deficiency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is classified as a restrictive bariatric procedure?

<p>Adjustable gastric banding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key nursing intervention to prevent dumping syndrome in a patient after bariatric surgery?

<p>Having the patient lie down immediately after eating (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential short-term complication after bariatric surgery?

<p>Pulmonary embolism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of behavioral management in obesity treatment?

<p>Promote mindset and lifestyle changes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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