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NUR 2063 Pathophysiology Exam 2: NUR 2063 Pathophysiology Exam 2 Study Guide: Updated Solution
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Gastritis (Ans - an inflammation of the stomachs mucosal lining. It can involve the entire stomach or a region. Manifestations: Include indigestion, heartburn, epigastric pain, abdominal crampin... g, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fever, and malaise. Hematemesis and dark, tarry stools can indicate ulceration and bleeding. Causes: excessive alcohol use, chronic vomiting, stress, or certain medications such as aspirin or anti- inflammatory drugs. Can also be caused by H. pylori- bacteria that lives in lining of stomach, bile reflux, or infections. Acute gastritis (Ans - Can be a mild, transient irritation, or it can be a severe ulceration with hemorrhage Usually develops suddenly and is likely to be accompanied by nausea and epigastric pain Chronic gastritis (Ans - Develops gradually. May be asymptomatic, but usually accompanied by a dull epigastric pain and a sensation of fullness after minimal intake. Can be further categorized as erosive or nonerosive. Complications: peptic ulcers, gastric cancer, and hemorrhage gastritis Treatment (Ans - Acute is often self-limiting and resolves within 3 days. Treatment strategies for acute vary depending on the underlying etiology (e.g., antibiotics). Treatment strategies for chronic include etiology-specific interventions, antacids, acid-reducing agents, and mucosal barrier agents. Gastroenteritis (Ans - Inflammation of the stomach and intestines, usually because of an infection or allergic reaction GERD (Ans - gastroesophageal reflux disease- where chyme periodically backs up from the stomach into the esophagus. Causes: are certain foods like chocolate, caffeine, carbonated bevs, citrus fruit, tomatoes, spicy or fatty foods, peppermint, alcohol, nicotine, obesity, pregnancy, and certain medications. Complications: overtime the reflux of stomach acid damages the tissue lining of the esophagus and can lead to permanent damage of it and even cancer. [Show More]
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