Medical Terminology Chapter 11 Quiz
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What is a similar term for gastrodynia?

  • Diverticulosis
  • Gastralgia (correct)
  • Crohn disease
  • Dysphagia

    • What is cholangioma?

    A tumor of the bile duct

    What is a rectocele?

    Protrusion of the rectum

    What is an ileostomy?

    <p>The creation of an artificial opening through the abdominal wall into the ilium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is diverticulosis?

    <p>Abnormal condition of having diverticula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does dysphagia mean?

    <p>Difficulty swallowing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Apepsia refers to a condition of normal digestion.

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

    What do stomat/o and or/o refer to?

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

    What is abdominocentesis?

    <p>Surgical puncture to remove fluid from the abdominal cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does gastroenterocolitis mean?

    <p>Inflammation of the stomach, intestines, and colon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cirrhosis?

    <p>Chronic disease of the liver with gradual destruction of cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Crohn disease?

    <p>Chronic inflammation of the small and/or large intestines, characterized by cobblestone ulcerations along the intestinal wall and the formation of scar tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Gastroenterology Terms

    • Gastrodynia: A term used interchangeably with gastralgia, referring to stomach pain.
    • Cholangioma: A tumor located in the bile duct, which can impact bile flow and liver function.
    • Rectocele: A medical condition where there is a protrusion of the rectum, often leading to discomfort and potential complications.

    Surgical Procedures

    • Ileostomy: A surgical procedure that creates an artificial opening from the abdominal wall into the ilium, typically performed when the lower part of the intestines needs to be bypassed.
    • Abdominocentesis: A surgical technique for removing fluid from the abdominal cavity, often utilized for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.

    Digestive Disorders

    • Diverticulosis: A condition characterized by the presence of diverticula, which are small pouches that can form in the wall of the intestine, often linked to lower fiber diets.
    • Dysphagia: A symptom indicating difficulty swallowing, which can arise from various medical conditions affecting the esophagus or throat.
    • Apepsia: A condition of having no digestion occurring, potentially leading to malnutrition and other digestive issues.
    • Gastroenterocolitis: Inflammation of the stomach, intestines, and colon, which can result from infections, inflammatory diseases, or other irritants.

    Diseases and Conditions

    • Cirrhosis: A chronic liver disease marked by progressive degradation and scarring of liver tissue, often due to long-term damage from factors such as alcohol abuse or viral hepatitis.
    • Crohn Disease: A type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) featuring chronic inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract, particularly in the small and large intestines, with symptoms including abdominal pain, diarrhea, and possible complications from ulcerations and scar tissue formation.

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    Test your knowledge of medical terminology related to gastrointestinal conditions in Chapter 11. This quiz features flashcards on terms such as gastrodynia, cholangioma, and rectocele, along with their definitions. Perfect for students studying medicine or nursing.

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