Uc and crohn - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an idiopathic disease caused by a dysregulated immune response to host intestinal microflora. It results from a complex interplay between genetic and environmental factors. Similarities involve (1) chronic inflammation of the alimentary tract and (2) periods of remission interspersed with episodes of acute inflammation. There is a genetic predisposition for IBD, and patients with this condition are more prone to the development of malignancy. The t...

The nurse notices yellowing at the corners of the sclera in the African-American client admitted for hepatitis. What does the nurse do next? A. Palpates the liver B. Checks the oral mucosa C. Examines the client's hair D. Monitors pulse oximetry - B. Checks the oral mucosa The nurse is instructing the client on skin and sun protection. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching? A. "My skin is better protected from the sun because I am dark skinned." ...

NURS 3700 Exam 3 | Questions and Answers (Complete Solutions) The nurse is giving a patient instructions regarding the management of GERD. What statement indicates that further teaching is required? A. I should avoid drinking any red wine B. Chewing gum may help me relieve my symptoms C. I should eat small, frequent meals throughout the day D. I can have warm milk at bedtime but not chocolate milk A 54 year old patient admitted with cancer has not been able to eat because of nausea. What stra...

Care of Patients with Stomach Disorders Chapter 55, Med Surg 1: Chapter 57 Study guide, NCLEX - Gastrointestinal, GI practice exam, EAQ Ch 58 Care of Patients with Liver Problems Which are pathologic changes associated with acute gastritis? Vascular congestion Severe mucosal damage and ruptured vessels Edema Acute inflammatory cell infiltration Which are possible complications of chronic gastritis? Pernicious anemia Gastric cancer Decreased gastric acid decoration Peptic ulcer disease Which...

Chronic and Acute Gastrointestinal and Genitourinary Complaints - answer-Quiz 2: 20 questions, 1/2 points each What is the obdurator sign? - answer- What is the psoas sign? - answer- Choices for laboratory medicine - answer-Rapid strep CBC Electrolytes or CMP UA Hcg Amylase, Lipase H. pylori breath or serum ESR, CRP Stool Studies Stool culture (ctx), WBC, RBC, O&P, Fecal Fat CT, GC, BV, Trich, Candida Additional specialty tests Know anatomy of abdomen to guide your ddx and...

The liver is responsible for each of the following EXCEPT: - Answer releases insulin Risk factors for gallstone formation include each of the following EXCEPT: - Answer age (60s) Treatments for gastroesophageal reflux include each of the following EXCEPT: - Answer caffeinated beverages What symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome would require further investigation? Select all that apply. - Answer blood in stool, weight loss, anemia Risk factors for the development of peptic ulc...

Essentials of Pediatric Nursing - Chapter 20 with well explained test. The nurse is administering an enteral feeding to a child with a gastrostomy tube (G-tube). Which action will the nurse take when administering a prescribed feeding through the client's G-tube? - correct answers.Check for gastric residual before starting feeding Explanation: The nurse should check for gastric residual before starting feeding by gently aspirating from the tube with a syringe or po...

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Pharmacokinetics - The process in which medications move through the body What are the 4 phases of pharmacokinetics? - absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion Absorption - happens with drug movement from the GI tract into the bloodstream. Most meds are taken by mouth. Oral absorption - Takes awhile to get absorbed because it has to go through the GI system Usually takes 2-4 hours •Enteric coated aspirin - hard on stomach can not crush pill •Extended release absorbed in th...

D116 Advanced Pharmacology GI IBS, UC and Crohn s Answers 2023.