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Hirschsprung's disease is characterized by a lack of what in the colon?
Hirschsprung's disease is characterized by a lack of what in the colon?
- Nerve cells (correct)
- Blood vessels
- Muscle tissue
- Epithelial lining
What type of problem does Hirschsprung's disease cause in the intestine?
What type of problem does Hirschsprung's disease cause in the intestine?
- Inflammation
- Infection
- Blockage (correct)
- Leakage
What is a common sign or symptom of Hirschsprung's disease?
What is a common sign or symptom of Hirschsprung's disease?
- Frequent vomiting
- Increased appetite
- Straining to defecate (correct)
- Rapid weight gain
A patient with Hirschsprung's disease is experiencing baseline distention and frequent loose stools. Should you administer Miralax?
A patient with Hirschsprung's disease is experiencing baseline distention and frequent loose stools. Should you administer Miralax?
Hirschsprung's disease is a type of what condition?
Hirschsprung's disease is a type of what condition?
What characteristic of stool is commonly associated with Hirschsprung's disease?
What characteristic of stool is commonly associated with Hirschsprung's disease?
In Hirschsprung's disease, which part of the intestine typically lacks nerves?
In Hirschsprung's disease, which part of the intestine typically lacks nerves?
What is the primary reason Miralax should not be given to a Hirschsprung's patient with distention and loose stools?
What is the primary reason Miralax should not be given to a Hirschsprung's patient with distention and loose stools?
The absence of nerves in the colon in Hirschsprung's disease primarily disrupts which process?
The absence of nerves in the colon in Hirschsprung's disease primarily disrupts which process?
What action should be taken if a Hirschsprung's patient shows distention and frequent loose stools?
What action should be taken if a Hirschsprung's patient shows distention and frequent loose stools?
Flashcards
Hirschsprung's Disease
Hirschsprung's Disease
A congenital condition causing intestinal blockage due to the absence of nerves in the lower colon.
Symptoms of Hirschsprung
Symptoms of Hirschsprung
Straining during bowel movements and the passage of hard stools.
Hirschsprung & Miralax
Hirschsprung & Miralax
Notify the provider, do not administer Miralax as it could exacerbate the condition.
Study Notes
- Hirschsprung's disease is a congenital condition involving intestinal blockage
- This blockage stems from a lack of nerves in the lower colon segment
- Symptoms include straining during defecation and hard stools
- If a patient with Hirschsprung's experiences baseline distention and multiple loose stools, do not administer Miralax
- Instead, immediately notify the healthcare provider
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