Pancreatitis and Hand Hygiene

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What is the primary location of the abdominal pain in appendicitis?

  • Lower right quadrant of the abdomen (correct)
  • Upper left quadrant of the abdomen
  • Lower left quadrant of the abdomen
  • Epigastric region of the abdomen

Which of the following is not a manifestation of appendicitis?

  • Abdominal distension
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Fever
  • Gastritis (correct)

What is the term for inflammation of the peritoneum?

  • Peritonitis (correct)
  • Appendicitis
  • Gastroenteritis
  • Gastritis

What is a potential complication of appendicitis?

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

What is the most common acute cause of pancreatitis?

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

What is the most common chronic cause of pancreatitis?

<p>Alcohol abuse (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is hand hygiene important in preventing gastrointestinal complications?

<p>It reduces the risk of surgical site infections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of pancreatitis?

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

What is a gastrointestinal complication that can cause pancreatitis?

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

What is an important practice in preventing the spread of gastrointestinal infections?

<p>Hand hygiene (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence for individuals with altered nutrition due to gastrointestinal conditions?

<p>Being underweight and vitamin deficient (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of hand hygiene in relation to gastrointestinal conditions?

<p>To reduce the risk of bacterial infections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a disorder of the upper gastrointestinal tract?

<p>Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of peptic ulcer disease?

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

What is a risk factor for developing gastrointestinal conditions such as gastritis and peptic ulcer disease?

<p>Poor hand hygiene practices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for Celiac Disease?

<p>Combination of immune response to gliadin and genetic predisposition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the related disorder that occurs in tropical regions?

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

Who is more likely to develop Celiac Disease?

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

What is the effect of Celiac Disease on the small intestines?

<p>Damage to villi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for Tropical sprue?

<p>Antibiotic therapy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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