Reading...
Play button
Play button
Use LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to navigate between flashcards;
Use UP and DOWN arrow keys to flip the card;
H to show hint;
A reads text to speech;
28 Cards in this Set
- Front
- Back
|
Parietal Pain
|
a localized intense pain that arises from the parietal peritoneum the lining of the abdominal cavity
|
|
|
peritoneum
|
the membrane that lines the abdominal cavity and covers the organs with in it
|
|
|
Referred Pain
|
pain that is felt in a location other than where the pain originates
|
|
|
tearing pain
|
sharp pain that feels as if body tissues are being torn apart
|
|
|
visceral pain
|
a poorly localized dull or diffuse pain that arises from the abdominal organs or viscera
|
|
|
purpose of the Esophagus
|
carries food from the mouth and pharynx to the stomach
|
|
|
purpose of the stomach
|
begins breakdown of the food
|
|
|
purpose of the small intestine
|
removes nutrients as it passes contents to the large intestine
|
|
|
Purpose of the Large Intestines (colon)
|
absorbs fluid from contents creating fecal waste for excretion through the rectum or anus
|
|
|
Purpose of the Appendix
|
dead ended sac of bowel rich in lymphatic tissue with no function in digestion
|
|
|
Purpose of the Liver
|
involved in regulating levels of carbohydrate and other substances in the blood also detoxification of the blood
|
|
|
purpose of the gallbladder
|
stores bile before release into the intestine
|
|
|
Purpose of the spleen
|
removes abnormal blood cells and is involved in the immune response
|
|
|
Purpose of the pancreas
|
releases enzymes that assist in breaking down food in the small intestine into absorbable molecules also secretes hormones into the blood to regulate blood sugar levels
|
|
|
Purpose of the kidneys
|
filter and excrete waste, regulate water,blood, and electrolyte levels, assists liver with detoxification
|
|
|
purpose of the bladder
|
collects urine from kidneys prior to excretion (urination)
|
|
|
What may you find in palpating a abdominal Aortic Aneurysm?
|
pulsating mass; abnormal bulge or lump conjunction with tearing or sharp pain in the back, also pointing to an advanced aneurysm
|
|
|
What symptoms are typical in a patient with problems in their digestive track?
|
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
|
|
|
Appendicitis
|
an infection of the appendix
|
|
|
Cholecystitis/ Gallstones
|
inflammation of the gallbladder, often caused by gallstones; pain may radiate to the shoulder or back; pain may also worsen with when high fatty foods are ingested
|
|
|
Pancreatitis
|
an inflammation of the pancreas is common in patients with chronic alcohol problems; pain may radiate to back or shoulders; advance cases can present with signs of shock
|
|
|
Ulcer/internal bleeding
|
1st- bleed within the digestive track, arise anywhere from the esophagus to the rectum. Blood passes out of the GI tract either through vomit or rectally, may not associate with abdominal pain
2nd- bleeding in the peritoneal cavity as in a spleen that has been injured from trauma, presents with abdominal pain and tenderness |
|
|
what are the symptoms of ulcer/internal bleeding?
|
Vomiting; bright red or ground coffee appearance
Rectum; red, maroon or black tarry-colored blood or stool |
|
|
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
|
ballooning or weakening in the wall of the aorta passing through the abdomen, results in tearing of the internal layer of the blood vessel which allows blood to escape into the weaker outer layers
|
|
|
What is the symptoms with Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm?
|
sharp or tearing pain in the abdominal area radiating to the back
|
|
|
what is a special consideration of a Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm?
|
depending on location there may be inequality between the femoral or pedal pulses
|
|
|
Hernia
|
a protrusion of intestine through the abdominal wall, usually caused by heavy lifting or straining, can cause obstruction or twisting of the intestine
|
|
|
Renal Colic (kidney stones)
|
when the kidneys form small hard stones, when it moves toward the bladder it causes severe flank pain that can radiate to the groin; symptoms include pain nausea & vomiting
|
