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Three functions of the G.I. tract are

Ingestion, digestion, and absorption.

Digestion starts in the

Mouth

The G.I. tract is approximately how many feet long?

30 feet

What controls the G.I. tract?

The autonomic nervous system

The parasympathetic nervous system is excitatory therefore it stimulates what?

Peristalsis

The sympathetic nervous system is inhibitory therefore it does what to the G.I. tract?

It slows down the G.I. tract.

The enteric nervous system or the "gut brain" controls what?

Movement and secretion of gastric juices.

What are the four layers of the G.I. tract?

Mucosa, sub mucosa, muscle and serosa.

Name the three types of muscle found in the G.I. tract.

Circular bands (inner) longitudinal bands (outer) oblique bands (stomach only)

Serosa is the outer layer of the G.I. tract except in what area, where it is fibrous tissue.

The outer layer of the esophagus is fibrous tissues.

Segmentation also means ________ and occurs in the stomach.

Mixing

Propulsion also means ________ and is the movement from the esophagus to lower G.I. tract.

Peristalsis

The appetite center in the brain is the______ ?

Hypothalamus

What two sleep hormones affect appetite?

Gherlin and Leptin.

High levels of Gherlin does what?

Triggers increased appetite

The main function of the gastrointestinal system is to supply what to the body cells?

Nutrients

Low levels of Leptin increases appetite by sending signals to the fat cells saying what?

Insufficient metabolic reserves, increase caloric intake.

The secretions of the G.I. system consist of ________and ________for digestion, _______to provide protection and lubrication , and water and electrolytes.

Enzymes and hormones, mucus

High levels of Gherlin does what?

Triggers increased appetite

The secretions of the G.I. system consist of ________and ________for digestion, _______to provide protection and lubrication , and water and electrolytes.

Enzymes and hormones, mucus

The main function of saliva is to do what?

Lubricate and soften the food mass, facilitating swallowing.

What is a hollow, muscular tube that receives food from the pharynx and moves it to the stomach by Peristaltic contractions.

Esophagus

What are the three functions of the stomach?

1. Store food


2. Mix the food with gastric secretions


3. Empty contents into the small intestine at a rate at which digestion can occur.

What are the three functions of the stomach?

1. Store food


2. Mix the food with gastric secretions


3. Empty contents into the small intestine at a rate at which digestion can occur.

What are the two primary functions of the small intestine?

Absorption and digestion

The secretion of hydrochloric acid makes gastric juice ______.

Acidic

Intrinsic factor promotes the absorption of what vitamin?

Vitamin B 12

What are the four parts of the large intestine?

1.The cecum an appendix


2. The colon


3. The rectum


4. The anus

The most important function of the large intestine is?

Absorption of water and electrolytes.

The liver is the major site for ________ and ________ metabolism.

Drug and hormone

The most important function of the large intestine is?

Absorption of water and electrolytes.

The biliary tract consists of the ______ and the _______.

Gallbladder and the duct system.

Bile is produced in the _______ and stored in the _______.

Liver and gallbladder

The most important function of the large intestine is?

Absorption of water and electrolytes.

True or false: the pancreas has exocrine and endocrine functions.

True

Bile consists of bilirubin, water, cholesterol, bile salts, electrolytes, and __________.

Phospholipids

True or false: the pancreas has exocrine and endocrine functions.

True

The exocrine function of the pancreas contributes to_______.

Digestion

The endocrine function occurs in the Islets of Langerhans, who's beta cells secrete ___________, alpha cells secrete___________, and Delta cells secrete __________________.

Insulin = beta cells


glucagon = alpha cells


Somatostatin = delta cells.

What is used to show the size and configuration of organs?

Ultrasonography

Virtual colonoscopy combines _______ and ______ to produce images of the colon and rectum.

CT and MRI

Name the G.I. structures that can be examined by Endoscopy.

Esophagus, stomach, duodenum, and colon.

Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography is an endoscopic procedure that visualizes the________, _________, and _________________________.

Pancreatic, hepatic, and common bile ducts.

_________ is a non-invasive approach to visualize the G.I. tract.

Capsule Endoscopy

Liver biopsy is performed to obtain tissue for diagnosis of _________, _______, and __________.

Fibrosis, cirrhosis, and neoplasms.

Liver function tests reflect ________ disease and function.

Hepatic

Leptin found in adipocytes suppress appetite and hunger and regulate eating behavior resistance develops with high levels the people may lose the effect of appetite suppression.

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The mucosal layer forms folder called ______ that contain many small glands.

Rugae

In the fundus, the glands contain chief cells which secrete _______________ and parietal cells which secrete, _________, water and __________ __________.

Pepsinogen


Hydrochloric acid


Intrinsic factor

Why is the pH of gastric juice so acidic?

To protect against ingested organisms.

The small intestine is a coiled tube approximately _____ ft long, it extends from the _____ to the ______________, and it is composed of three parts the _________, _________ and __________.

23ft


Pylorus


Ileocecal valve


Duodenum


Jejunum


Ileum

The physical and chemical breakdown of food into absorbable substances is called.

Digestion

Saliva contains ______, which breaks down starch is to maltose.

Amylase

Salivary gland secretion is stimulated by ________movements and the _______, ________, _______and ______ of food.

Chewing


Sight, smell, thought, and taste

The stomachs acidic environment results in the conversion of pepsinogen to its active form, ________.

Pepsin

Pernicious anemia

*Malabsorption of B12.


*More common in women than men.


*causes demyelination of peripheral nerves(eventually spinal cord).

Early S/S of Pernicious Anemia

Infections, mood swings, and G.I., cardiac, or kidney ailments.

The stomachs acidic environment results in the conversion of pepsinogen to its active form, ________.

Pepsin

Pernicious anemia

*Malabsorption of B12.


*More common in women than men.


*causes demyelination of peripheral nerves(eventually spinal cord).

Early S/S of Pernicious Anemia

Infections, mood swings, and G.I., cardiac, or kidney ailments.

Late S/S of Pernicious Anemia

Weakness,fatigue, Paresthesias (tingling, itching, burning, numbness) of the feet and fingers difficulty walking loss of appetite abdominal pain weight loss and a sore tongue that is smooth and beefy red.

Classic symptoms of anemia

A test that is used to determine whether the body absorbs vitamin B12 normally.

Schilling Test

The enteric nervous system is located between what two layers?

Between the mucosa and the muscle layers.

Gastrin stimulates what to actions?

Gastric juice secretion and stomach motor function.

Food remains in the stomach for how many hours?

3 to 4 hours

Name the three areas of the stomach?

Fundus, body, and Antrum.

What sphincter prevents food and gastric juices from moving back up the esophagus?

Lower Esophageal sphincter (LES) also known as cardiac sphincter.

What sphincter prevents backflow of the small intestine back into the stomach?

The pyloric sphincter.

Factors that affect appetite include:

Hypoglycemia,empty stomach, body temperature, input from higher brain centers, sleep hormones (Gherlin and Leptin).

Digestion begins in the mouth with mechanical and chemical digestion what is an example of mechanical and chemical?

Mechanical =mastication(chewing)


chemical = saliva

Name the two phases of digestion.

Cephalic and gastric.

The stomach secretes hydrochloric acid which converts Pepsinogen to pepsin to aid in the breakdown of food. What phase of digestion does this describe?

Cephalic phase

Food exits the esophagus passing the cardiac sphincter and enters the stomach, distention of the stomach stimulates gastrin. What phase of digestion is this describing?

Gastric phase

Gastric juice is acidic, what is the pH range?

0.9-1.5 pH

The largest internal organ in the body is the_____?

Liver

The liver is located in what region?

Right epigastric region

What are the three main functions of the liver?

Storage, protection, and metabolism.

The gallbladder function is to concentrate and store _____.

Bile



(Holds 45mL)

Functions of bile for digestion include:

1. Emulsify lipids


2. Stimulate peristalsis


3. Neutralize chyme


4. Excrete pigments

The color of the ________ (vomit) aids in identifying the presence and source of bleeding.

Emesis

Vomiting can occur when the G.I. tract becomes overly ________, _______, or ________.

Irritated, excited, or distended.

The patient with severe or prolonged vomiting is at risk for______________ and ________ and _______________ imbalances.

Dehydration,acid-base, and electrolyte.

Older patients are more likely to have cardiac or renal insufficiency that places them at greater risk for life-threatening fluid and electrolyte imbalances caused by ____________.

Vomiting

_______________________ Is umbrella term for cancers of the oral cavity,pharynx, and larynx. Most of the oral malignant lesions occur on the lower lip.

Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.

This diagnostic test provides visualization of the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine all the way to the ileocecal valve.

An upper G.I. series with small bowel follow-through.

Fluroscopic x-ray study using contrast medium used to diagnose structural abnormalities of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum is called a __________ _______.

Barium swallow.

Patient prep for swallow studies includes:


***

1.NPO for 8 to 12 hours prior to procedure


2. No smoking after midnight the night before procedure


3. The patient will be asked to drink a contrast medium and assume several positions on an x-ray table.

Nursing implications of swallow studies includes:


***

1. Patient education - drink plenty of fluids, may need a laxative, stools maybe white for up to 72 hours following procedure.


2. Monitor for complications (perforation*, constipation, nausea, impaction)***

An x-ray in which a contrast medium is used to outline the hepatic, cystic, and common bile ducts is called a _________________.

Cholangiogram.

Patient Prep for a Cholangiogram includes:

1. NPO after midnight or eight hours before procedure


2. Patient is administered a laxative and/or an enema to cleanse the bowel.


3. report abdominal pain

Nursing implications for a cholangiogram include:

1. Consent


2. Assess for iodine allergies


3. Premedicate in the presence of an iodine allergy.


4. Post procedure: monitor vital signs, and NPO until gag reflex returns.

Diagnostic procedure that shows the size and configurations of organs is called an _________ ________.

Abdominal ultrasound

Allows visualization of the gallbladder in common bile duct.

Gallbladder scan

Failure to visualize the gallbladder 1 to 2 hours after the injection of die is diagnostic of an obstruction of the _______ _________.

Cystic duct (acute cholecystitis)

Diagnostic procedure that shows the size and configurations of organs is called an _________ ________.

Abdominal ultrasound

Diagnostic procedure of choice for the detection of appendicitis, acute cholecystitis, cholelithiasis, and other changes and abdominal organs is the __________ ___________.

Abdominal ultrasound

Failure to visualize the gallbladder 1 to 2 hours after the injection of die is diagnostic of an obstruction of the _______ _________.

Cystic duct (acute cholecystitis)

This test evaluate swelling masses in the parotids, detects blocked ducks of the parotid and submaxillary glands, tumors of the parotid, and salivary gland.

Parotid scan

Used to demonstrate the function, anatomy and size of the liver, gallbladder and upper intestine. Uses a radiopaque dye injected intravenously, the procedure lasts approximately one hour with no prep.

Liver scan

Direct visualization of a body structure three lighted fiber optic instrument.

Endoscopy.

Patient prep for endoscopy includes:

1. NPO eight hours prior to testing


2. Local anesthetic may be sprayed on the throat prior to insertion of the endoscope.


3. Sedation is used

Nursing implications of Endoscopy include:

1. Signed consent


2. Administer pre-op meds as ordered.


3. Keep patient NPO until gag reflex returns


4. Encourage use of warm Saline gargles.


5. Monitor vital signs following procedure.

Direct visualization of the stomach.

Gastroscopy

Direct visualization of the esophagus, stomach, and the beginning of the duodenum.

Esophogastroduodenscopy.

After endoscopic procedures what do you monitor for?

Signs and symptoms of dyspnea, dysphagia, abdominal pain, fever, and bleeding.

__________ describes a state of poor intake as a result of inadequate diet or diseases that interfere with normal appetite and assimilation of ingested food.

Undernutrition

__________ is a deficit,excess, or imbalance of the essential components of a balanced diet.

Malnutrition

_______________ refers to the ingestion of more food than is required for body needs, as in obesity.

Overnutrition

Major complication of Endoscopy is __________.

Perforation

The most common manifestations of gastrointestinal diseases are:

Nausea and vomiting

Oral infections may predispose the patient to infection in _______ ________ _________.

Other body organs

Risk factors for oral Cancer include:

excessive alcohol intake, a diet low in fruits/vegetables, tobacco use, poor dental care, HPV.

Nursing Implications for Liver Biopsy

Check bleeding studies, type and cross match blood, obtain baseline VS, Monitor VS q 15,30,1hr, obtain consent, keep on right side for minimum of 2 hrs.

What is the result of the break down of hemoglobin?

bilirubin

The overall goals of the patient with carcinoma of the oral cavity are:

patent airway, be able to communicate, adequate nutrition intake to promote wound healing, and pain relief.

Amylase is secreted from the ______.

pancreas


High levels of Amylase may indicate:

Pancreatitis, perforated bowel, duodenum obstruction


Low level of Amylase may indicate:

Hepatitis, cirrhosis

Used to analyze gastric contents for acidity and volume.

Gastric Analysis

Involves partial or total removal of the stomach.

Gastrectomy

_______ is a syndrome, not a disease, in which there are chronic symptoms or mucosal damage resulting from reflux of gastric contents into the lower esophagus.

Gastrointestinal Reflux disease (GERD)

What are the two most common symptoms for GERD?

Heartburn and dyspepsia(indigestion)

A complication of GERD is ________ _________, which is considered a precancerous lesion that increases the patients risk for esophageal cancer.

Barret's esophagus (esophageal metaplasia)

Patient Teaching for GERD:

Avoid factors that cause acid reflux, elevate the head of the bed 6 to 8 inches, losing weight (if needed), avoid tobacco, and stress management.

Surgical procedure where the pyloric valve is cut and resected is called _____________.

Pyloroplasty

Surgical cutting of the vagus nerve is called__________.

Vagotomy

Higher amounts of stomach acid can lead to ________.

Ulcers

Patient Prep for Vagotomy

Placed on fluid diet for 24 hours and then on NPO after midnight prior to procedure. Bowel preps are done to cleanse the intestine.

Uncomfortable feeling caused by the rapid passing of food from the stomach to the small intestine.

Dumping syndrome


Nursing Care for Vagotomy

NG tube in place for several days (until bowel sounds and flatus)


Oral intake is started slowly, increased to 6 small meals daily.


Fluid is given between meals to prevent bloating.


Mx surgical sites.


Turn, cough, deep breath


VS

After a Vagotomy, if an NG tube becomes displaced, what do you do?

Leave it or take it out. DO NOT replace it as it might puncture through the stiches in the stomach.

Complications of a Vagotomy include:

Hemorrhage, Gastric dilation,


Dumping syndrome, Impaired absorption of B12, iron, and calcium, Nutritional deficiency.

A herniation of a portion of the stomach into the esophagus through an opening in the diaphragm is called _____ ______.

Hiatal Hernia

Complications of Hiatal Hernia include:

GERD, esophagitis, hemorrhage, stenosis, ulcerations of the herniated part of the stomach, strangulation of the hernia, and regurgitation with tracheal aspiration.

Dilated veins in the lower esophagus are called ________ ________.

Esophageal varices

The inflammation of the gastric mucosa, occurs as the result of a breakdown in the normal gastric mucosal barrier.

Gastritis

Symptoms of Acute Gastritis include:

anorexia, nausea, and vomiting, epigastric tenderness, and a feeling of fullness.

Treatment of Acute Gastritis is ________.

Supportive and similar to that of nausea and vomiting .

The treatment of Chronic Gastritis focuses on ______.

Evaluating and eliminating the specific cause (alcohol, drugs, H. pylori.)

Symptoms of Malabsorption Syndrome include:

Anemia


Diarrhea


Steatorrhea (Fat)


Edema


Weight Loss


Muscle cramping


Irregular heart rhythms


Clotting disorders

Factors causing GERD

Hiatal Hernia


Incompetent LES


Decreased esophageal clearance


Decreased gastric emptying


Body weight


Foods and Medications


Manifestations of GERD

Heartburn, Regurgitation, Flatulence, Eructation (belching), chronic cough, chest pain, dysphagia.

Complications of GERD

Esopagitis


Esophageal strictures


Barret's esophagus


Aspiration Pneumonia


Asthma or chronic bronchitis


Dental Erosion


Treatment of GERD includes:

Avoid irritating factors


Small frequent meals


Avoid late evening meals/snacks


Take fluids b/t meals


Weight loss, Drug therapy, Surgery.


Drug Treatment of GERD:

Antacids (Tums), Proton Pump inhibitors (omeprazole), H2 Blockers (rantidine), Anti-ulcer Agents (sucralfate), and Prokinetics (Reglan)

Inflammation of the esophagus.

Esophagitis

Precancerous lesion caused by frequent exposure of the esophageal epithelium to gastric contents is called _______ ________.

Barrett's esophagus

Diagnosis of GERD will include:

Assessment


Upper GI with biopsy and cytologic analysis


Barium swallow


Motility studies


pH monitoring


Medicinal trials

How do Antacids works to help GERD?

Neutralize the hydrochloric acid (short term)


Taken 1-3 hours after meals and at bedtime

How do Proton Pump Inhibitors work to help GERD?

Decrease stomach acid secretions.

A condition characterized by erosion of the GI mucosa from the digestive action of hydrochloric acid and pepsin.

Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)

Three major complications of PUD are:

Hemorrhage, perforation, and gastric outlet obstruction.

Treatment of PUD includes:

adequate rest, dietary modications, drug therapy, elimination of smoking, and long-term follow-up care.

Surgical procedures for Peptic Ulcer Disease include:

Partial gastrectomy, vagotomy, and/or pyloroplasty.

Surgical Treatment for GERD

Nissen fundoplication


Stretta device


The fundus is wrapped around the LES, this procedure is called _________ ________.

Nissen Fundoplication


Endoscope into the stomach, emits radio frequency waves directed at the LES, this increases collagen growth and strengthens the LES.

Stretta Device

When assessing the abdominal area after pateitn complains of pain, what do you do?

Visualize, Auscultate, Palpate



Always Listen before touching!

A birth defect in which there is an abnormal opening in the diaphragm .

Diaphramatic Hernia

Another term for Hiatal Hernia is:

Esophageal Hernia

Complications of Hiatal Hernias:

Esophagitis


Esophageal ulceration


Hemorrhage


Peritonitis


Aspiration


Manifestations of Hiatal Hernia:

Heartburn, Regurgitation, Chest pain, Dysphagia, Belching, Feeling of fullness, Dyspnea after eating.

Diagnosis of a Hiatal Hernia will include:

Assessment (H&P)


Barium Swallow


Endoscopy and biopsy


Esophageal motility studies

Treatments of Hiatal Hernia will include:

Lifestyle changes


Medications (symptomatic)


Patient Education

Nursing Interventions for a Patient with Hiatal Hernia:

Mx for s/s of perforation (falling BP, tachycardia, sudden chest pain, shock)


Administer meds ordered and monitor for response


Pt. Education


Reduce pressure (sleep at 30*)


The Acute ______ is associated with superficial erosion and minimal inflammation.

Ulcer

A _______ Ulcer is one of ling duration, eroding though the muscular wall with the formation of fibrous tissue.

Chronic

Gastic ulcers are more common in

women


Duodenal ulcers are more common in

men

Causes of Peptic Ulcers include:


H. Pylori


Aspirin


Arthritis


Medicine (NSAIDs)


Benign Pancreatic Tumor secretions


Diet (Tea, cola)

Name four diseases that stimulate gastric acid secretions, and erode the mucosa and contribute to ulcers.

Pancreatitis



Hepatic Disease



Crohn's Disease



Gastritis

Factors for Peptic Ulcers

Alcohol use


Smoking


Stress


Trauma


Aging

Manifestations of Peptic Ulcer

*Pain occurs after eating*


_____ _____ probably begins with a nonspecific mucosal injury as a result of infection (H. pylori), autoimmune-related inflammation, or repeated exposure to irritants.

Stomach cancer

Treatment of Ulcers

Eliminate irritants


Rest


Pain relief


Eliminate infection


Heal of ulceration (3-10wks)


Preventing reoccurrence


Nutrition/Diet Changes


Medications (PPI, Antibiotic)



Manifestations of Stomach Cancer

Weight loss


Lack of appetite


Abdominal pain


Indigestion


Symptom related to anemia

Treatment of Stomach Cancer

Depends on the location of the tumor and stage at time of diagnosis: Surgical options with chemotherapy and radiation.


Nursing Interventions of Stomach Cancer

Minimize their discomfort


Achieve optimal nutrition


Maintain a degree of well-being appropriate to disease stage.

A nonspecific term that describes acute GI symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and cramping caused by the intake of contaminated food or drink.

Foodborne Illness (food Poisoning)

The organism most commonly associated with foodborne illness is ______________.

Escherichia Coli (E-Coli)

Manifestations of E-Coli:

Diarrhea, and abdominal cramping


_________ affects body composition and functional status.


Malnutrition

Manifestations of Malnutrition include:

Range from mild (excessively dry skin, rashes, hair loss) to emaciation and death.

Self-imposed weight loss, endocrine dysfunction, and a distorted psychopathologic attitude toward weight and eating.

Anorexia nervosa

Disorder characterized by frequent binge eating and self-induced vomiting associated with loss of control related to eating and a persistent concern with body image.

Bulimia Nervosa

Passage of at least 3 loose stools per day

Diarrhea

Acute Abdominal Pain is

A new pain that may require immediate surgery or other medical treatment.


Common causes of Chronic abdominal pain are

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)


Diverticulitis. peptic ulcer disease, chronic pancreatitis, hepatitis, PID, and vascular insufficiency.

_____ ______ ______ commonly occurs with motor vechile accidents and falls and may not be obvious since it doesn't leave an open wound.

Blunt abdominal trauma

_______ ______ occurs with gunshot or knife wounds.

Penetrating trauma

Emergency management of abdominal trauma:

Establishing a patent airway


Adequate breathing


Fluid replacement


Prevention of shock


Normal Range for


Albumin

3.4-5.4g/dl


Albumin less than 3.4 can indicate:

Hepatitis, cirrhosis, liver cell death, malabsorption syndrome, malnutrition.

Normal Range for


ALT Alanine Transminase

5-36 U/L

Normal Range for AST Aspartate Aminotransferase

10 - 34 IU/L


AST above 34 IU/L indicates:

Liver disease, acute pancreatitis

ALT above 36 U/L indicates

Obstructed jaundice, biliary obstruction, hepatitis, infectious mononucleosis, pancreatitis, liver cancer.


Normal Range of Bilirubin for Adults and


Infants

0.2-1.0 mg/dl (Adults)


1.5-12.0 mg/dl (infants)

Normal Range for ALP Alkaline Phosphatase

30-120 U/L

ALP above 120 U/L may indicate:

Liver disease, acute pancreatitis

Normal Range for Amylase:

70-200 U/L


Amylase above 200 U/L indicates:

Pancreatitis. perforated bowel. duodenal obstruction.

Normal Range for Lipase:

7-58 U/L

Lipase above 58 U/L may indicate:

Pancreatitis, cirrhosis of the liver


How many types of Hepatitis are there?

5 types (A, B, C, D, and E)

The pancreas is both an _______ gland and ________ gland.

Exocrine & Endocrine

Two main hormones that are produced by the pancreas are _________ & __________.

Insulin & Glucagon

Insulin and glucose play an important role in regulation of glucose homeostasis specifically the _______, _________,and _______ of glucose by the body.

Use, mobilization, and Storage

___________ is one of the primary sources of energy for the cells of the body.

Glucose

The simplest form of Carbohydrates found in they body is also known as _________?

Dextrose

Hepatitis B Info

Mode of Transmission: percutaneous, secretions (mucosal, blood), Sexual activity with infected person.


Acute- may become Chronic


S/S: Flu-like, dark urine, light stools, jaundice, fever, fatigue.

Hepatitis C Info

Mode of transmission: percutaneous or mucosal, exposure to blood or blood products. Not easily spread through sexual contact.


Chronic


S/S: None to flu-like, jaundice

Hepatitis D Info:

Only occurs in conjunction with Hep B.


Sources: blood, blood products, needles, sexual contact.


Chronic


S/S: may increase severity of Hep B symptoms (flu-like, dark urine, light stools, fatigue and fever)

Hepatitis E Info:

Rare in the U.S


Mode of transmission: Oral-fecal


*Associated with contaminated water*


Acute

Hepatitis A Info:

Mode of transmission: Oral-fecal


Acute


S/S: flu-like, jaundice


_________ is primarily a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism that involves either a deficiency of insulin, a resistance of tissue (e.g., muscle, liver) to insulin, or both.

Diabetes Mellitus

_________ __________diabetes insulin dependent.

Type one or juvenile-onset

______ ________ diabetes non-insulin dependent.

Type two or adult-onset

X-ray in which a contrast medium is injected intravenously to outline the hepatic, cystic and common bile ducts is called a _____________.

Cholangiogram

______ function should be checked before a Cholangiogram is performed.

Liver

The procedure where a tube is placed into the common bile duct, either during surgery or post surgery, to drain fluid is called ________________.

T-tube Cholangiogram

Endoscope is inserted through the mouth to the duodenum, then into the common bile duct. Allows for direct visualization of the structures.

(ERCP) Endoscopic retrograde Cholangiogram

A major complication of G.I. endoscopy is _________.

Perforation

Monitor temp every 15-20 min after endoscopy because fever is a sign of ___________.

Perforation

Direct visualization of the stomach is called?

Gastroscopy

Direct visualization of the esophagus, stomach and the beginning of the duodenum is called?

Esophogastroduodenoscopy

Insertion of a needle between the sixth and seventh or eighth and ninth intercostal on the right side while the patient lies supine with right arm above the head is what type of Liver biopsy?

Closed liver biopsy.

What type of liver biopsy is performed in the OR where an incision is made to remove a wedge of tissue?

Open liver biopsy

Nursing implications for a liver biopsy include:

Check coagulation studies,


Type and crossmatch the blood, obtain baseline vital signs, informed consent, post procedure vital signs every 15 x 2, every 30 x 4, and every hour x4, placed patient on right side for a minimum of two hours to allow pressure to be kept on-site.

Partial Gastroectomy:


Bilroth 1 attaches the esophagus to the __________.

duodenum.

Partial gastrectomy:


Bilroth 2 connects the esophagus to the __________.

Jejunum

Pyloroplasty is used for ___________ and ___________ disease.

Gastric and peptic ulcer disease.

The purpose of a vagotomy is to reduce _________ ______ secretion.

Stomach acid

S/S of Malnutrition:

Fatigue, irritability and lethargy

The impaired absorption of nutrients from the G.I. tract is called?

Malabsorption syndrome

Causes of malabsorption syndrome include:

Enzyme deficiency from diseases of the pancreas, gallbladder, or liver, inflammation, infection, trauma or injury, reduced stomach or bowel surface, bacterial proliferation, use of antibiotics,

Risk factors for Malabsorption syndrome include:

Family history, use of certain drugs like laxatives/mineral oil, foreign travel, intestinal surgery, excessive alcohol consumption, cystic fibrosis.

S/S of malabsorption syndrome:

Anemia, weakness, fatigue, diarrhea, steatorrhea, edema, Weight loss, muscle cramping, bloating and gas, irregular heart rhythm or clotting disorders.

The regurgitation of stomach acid, gastric and other contents into the esophagus resulting in esophageal irritation and inflammation is called?

GERD

Inflammation of the esophagus is called?

Esophagitis

Factors causing GERD include:

Hiatal hernia, incompetent lower esophageal sphincter, decreased esophageal Clearance, decreased gastric emptying,bodyweight, food and medications.

Manifestations of GERD include:

Heartburn, regurgitation, flatulence and belching, dysphagia, odynophagia, chronic cough, and chest pain.

A pre-cancerous lesion causes by frequent exposure of the esophageal epithelium to gastric contents is called?

Barrett's Esophagus.

S/S of Barrett's Esophagus:

None at all to bleeding and perforation, and bronchospasm.

Postop care for surgical treatments of Gerd include:

Monitor abdominal incision, monitor for respiratory complications, IV fluids, NG patency, Monitor for return of bowel sounds, monitor I&O and lab.

Sliding hiatal hernia manifestations include:

Heartburn, regurgitation, chest pain, dysphagia and belching.

Rolling hernia manifestations include:

Feeling a fullness after eating, breathlessness after eating, feeling of suffocation, chest pain that mimics angina, **worsening of signs and symptoms in a recumbent position**

Inflammation of the pancreas that occurs in acute and chronic forms and may stem from edema, necrosis, or hemorrhage.

Pancreatitis

Causes of Acute Pancreatitis

Alcohol


Gallstones


Trauma


Viral infections (mumps, HIV)


Medications

Causes of Chronic Pancreatitis

Alcoholism


Blocked or narrowed duct because of trauma or pseudocyts have formed


heredity


unknown cause (idiopathic)


Manifestations of Acute Pancreatitis:

Intense LUQ or mid-epigastric pain, radiating to the back, left flank, or left shoulder


Weight Loss


Nausea


Vomiting


Altered VS


Cullen's & Turner's signs

Manifestations of Chronic Pancreatitis:

Intense abdominal pain


Ascites


Mass in the LUQ


Respiratory


Steatorrhea


Weight Loss


Jaundice


Dark Urine


Polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia

Serum _____ and ______ levels are elevated, which is the diagnostic hallmark that confirm acute pancreatitis.

Amylase and Lipase

_________ and ______ X-rays will differentiate pancreatitis from other diseases that cause similar symptoms and detect pleural effusions.

Abdominal and Chest

Nursing Interventions for Pancreatitis:

Pain control


Maintain NG tube


Restrict activity


Positioning


Assess Pulmonary status


Monitor Fluids and labwork


I&O


Daily weight


IV fluids


Monitor Blood Sugars


Emotional Support


Diet will be high in carbs, low protein, low fat.

The fourth most lethal of all carcinomas. The prognosis is poor; most patients die within 1 years of diagnosis.

Pancreatic Cancer

Pancreatic Cancer is most common in __________.

Male African Americans

Factors involved with Pancreatic Cancer include:

Cigarette Smoke


Excessive fat and protein


Food additives


Industrial Chemicals


Chronic Pancreatitis


Diabetes Mellitus


Chronic Alcohol Abuse

Manifestations of Pancreatic Cancer include:

Dull, intermittent epigastric pain


Anorexia


Nausea & Vomiting


Rapid weight loss


Jaundice


A palpable, well defined mass

Complications of Pancreatic Cancer

Malabsorption of nutrients


Insulin dependent diabetes


Liver and GI problems


Mental status changes


Death

Nursing Interventions for a patient with Pancreatic Cancer:


Monitor Fluid balance


Abdominal girth


Serve small frequent meals


Administer meds as ordered


Watch for complications from surgery


Mx for infections


Ensure rest & sleep


ROM and isometric exercises


Mx Blood glucose levels


Keep skin clean and dry


Pain control


A condition in which the gall bladder becomes acutely or chronically inflamed, usually because a gallstone becomes lodged in the cystic duct, causing painful gallbladder distention is called _______?

Cholecystitis

Factors of Cholecystitis include:

Family history


People who eat a high-fat diet


Obese people


Anyone older than 60


Diabetics


People who lost weight quickly.

Manifestations of Cholecystitis:

Upper abdominal pain; may radiate


Anorexia


N/V


Dyspepsia


Belching


Flatulence


Abdominal fullness


Rebound fullness (Murphy's & Blumberg's sign)


Fever


Jaundice

Symptoms off Chronic Cholecystitis usually occur after a meal containing ______ and _____ foods.

Fried and Fatty

True or False: As you age, your risk of Cholecystitis increases.

True



(60 and over)

The four F's that put you most at risk for Cholecystitis are:

Female



Fat



Forty



Fertile


Treatment of Cholecystitis include:

Surgery: open or laparoscopic cholecystectomy (with/without an intraoperative cholangiogram)



Lithrotripsy (ultrasonic waves break up stones)



Low Fat Diet



Medications:narcotics, antispasmotics, antiemtics, antibiotics



NG tube, low intermittent low pressure suction



IV fluids

Complications Of Cholecystitis:

Empyema (Pus)


Gangrene


Perforation


Peritonitis


Fistula formation


Pancreatitis

Stones in the gallbladder is called ___________.

Cholelithiasis

Nursing Interventions for Cholelithiasis and Cholecystitis

Provide low fat diet, frequent meals


Replace Vitamins (A, D, E, K)


Pain control


I&O


VS


After surgery: watch for bleeding


Mx color of the drainage (should be serosanguinous for 24-28 hours)

A Chronic liver disease characterized by widespread destruction and scarring of the hepatic cells is called?

Cirrhosis

Common causes of Cirrhosis:

Alcoholism


Hepatitis (C in US and D, E in other areas of the world)


Toxins


Infection

Effects of Advanced Cirrhosis:

Confusion


Edema


Infections


Nausea


Impaired absorption


Rectal Varices


Increased bruising


Fatigue


Jaundice

Major complications of Cirrhosis include?

Portal hypertension


Esophageal and Gastric bleeding


Peripheral edema


Ascites


Hepatic encephalopathy


Hepatorenal syndrome

Hyperbilirubinemia means?

excessive bilirubin in the blood

The Adrenal Medulla secretes these three hormones _____ (the major hormone), ________, and _______.

Epinephrine, Norepinephrine and dopamine

The examination of the stomach contents to determine pH and the amount of acid present is called ______ ______.

Gastric Analysis

The organism ___ _______ is found in the majority of people with Peptic Ulcer Disease.

H. Pylori.

_______ _________ is considered a terminal complication in liver disease, characterized by asterixis (flapping tremors).

Hepatic Encephalopathy

A chemical substance synthesized and secreted by a specific organ or tissue is called a __________.

Hormone

Main conductor of both the Endocrine and Autonomic nervous system is the ___________.

Hypothalamus

The _________ releases hormones produced in the hypothalamus when stimulated by either a neural or hormonal pathway.

Pituitary

The hormones produced by the Anterior Pituitary gland (Tropic hormones) are:

Growth Hormone (somatropin)


Thyroid-Stimulating (Thyrotropin)


Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)


Gonadotropic Hormones: Lutenizing (LH) and Follicle-stimulating (FSH)


Melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH)


Prolactin


The hormones produced by the Posterior Pituitary gland include:

Oxytocin


Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)-(vasopressin)

The over production of hormones is called _________.

Hyperpituitarism

Causes of hyperpituitarism include:

Tumors, hyperplasia, radiation, head trauma, stroke, brain surgery, infections.

Prolactin produces _____.

milk

_________ is rare and involves a decrease in one or more of the tropic hormones (Ant. pituitary).

Hypopituitarism

Most deficiencies with hypopituitariam are due to a pituitary tumor, most often a _________.

Adenoma

The thyroid gland, which is regulated by Thyroid-stimulating hormone, produces _______, _______, and __________.

Thyroxine (T3)


Triiodothyronine (T4)


Calcitonin


________ is responsible for calcium levels in bone, inhibits calcium loss from bone, regulates amount of calcium and phosphorus excreted by Kidneys.

Calcitonin

The enlargement of the thyroid gland, not caused by inflammation or malignancy is called______.

Goiter

The most common cause of goiter worldwide is from a lack of ______ in the diet.

Iodine

___________ involves increased secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH) that leads to hypercalcemia and hypophosphatemia.

Hyperparathyroidism

Manifestations of Hyperparathroidism include:

Muscle weakness


Loss of appetite


Constipation


Emotional disorders


Shortened Attention Span


Osteoporosis


Fractures


Kidney Stones

The most effective treatment of hyperparathyroidism is __________.

Parathyroidectomy

Non-surgical treatment of hyperparathyroidism includes:

Increased fluid intake


Moderate Calcium intake


Drugs that lower calcium levels:


bisphosphonates, estrogen, oral phosphates, diuretics and calcimimetics

Increases in Phosphorus will result in decreases in _______ absorption.

Calcium

Calcium provides electrical energy for the _______ and _______ systems and provides strength to the skeletal system.

Nervous and Muscular

**The ______ gland is associated with the Circadian Rhythm.

Pineal

________ is a deficiency of thyroid hormone (T3 and T4) that causes a general slowing of the metabolic rate. May be primary (destruction of tissue, defective hormone synthesis) or Secondary (pituitary disease or hypothalamic dysfunction).

Hypothyroidism

Cause of Hypothyroidism include:

Iodine deficiency (most common)



Thyroid gland atrophy


Hashimoto's thyroidistis


Grave's Disease


Discontinuance of thyroid hormone therapy.

**Treatment of Hypothyroidism

levothyroxine (Synthoid) is the drug of choice.


Goal is restoration of euthriod state as safely and rapidly as possible with Hormone Replacement Therapy.

One stomach condition requiring drug therapy is__________, or excessive acid production.

Hyperacidity

Left untreated, ____________ can lead to serious conditions such as acid reflux, ulcer disease, esophageal damage, and even esophageal cancer.

Hyperacidity

Name six substances secreted by the stomach.

1. Hydrochloric Acid


2. Pepsinogen


3. Mucus


4. Bicarbonate


5. Intrinsic Factor


6. Prostaglaglandins

Gastric Glands are highly specialized secretory glands composed of what cells?(5 Kinds)

1. parietal


2. chief


3. mucous


4. endocrine


5. enterochromaffin

Parietal Cells produce and secrete _____________ _______ and are the primary site of the many drugs used to treat acid-related disorders.

Hydrochloric Acid


(HCl)

Chief Cells secrete ____________, that is a proenzyme that becomes pepsin when activated by exposure to acid.

Pepsinogen

Mucous cells or mucus secreting cells are also called_______________?
Surface epithelial cells
When the balance of the gastric gland cells and secretions are impaired ____________disease can occur?
Acid-related
The most harmful of the acid related diseases involve hypersecretion of acid and include __________ ___________ disease and _____________ __________.
peptic ulcer
esophageal cancer
Several substances stimulate hydrochloric acid secretion by the parietal cells, examples are?
Such as foods, caffeine, chocolate, and alcohol. (In moderation any of these is usually not problematic.)
___________ is a general term for gastric or duodenal ulcers that involves digestion of the GI mucosa by the enzyme pepsin?
Peptic ulcer disease
(PUD)
___ _____is found in the GI tract of roughly 90% of patients with duodenal ulcers and 70% of those with gastric ulcers?
H. Pylori
________ _______ ____________ is used in almost all patients in intensive care units and some on general medical surgical units? (Causes mucosal damage)

Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis

Type _____ DM is characterized by lack of insulin production or by the production of defective insulin.

ONE

Type _____ DM accounts for at least 90% of all cases of diabetes mellitus.

TWO

_________ _________ is a type of hyperglycemia that occurs in about 2% to 10% of pregnancies.

Gestational Diabetes

Patients diagnosed with type 1 DM will _________ require insulin therapy.

Always

The first step in treatment for patients with Type 2 DM would be?

Lifestyle changes (diet and exercise)

The major classes of drugs used to treat DM are the _________ and the oral ________________ drugs.

Insulins and antidiabetic

__________ insulin functions as a substitute for the ___________ hormone.

Exogenous



Endogenous

Fluoroscopic x-ray examination of colon using a contrast medium, which is administered rectally is called a ______ _______.

Barium Enema

Nursing Interventions Before Barium Enema:

Bowel Prep


Clear liquid diet evening before


NPO eight hours prior to procedure


Educate that cramping may occur


Educate that pt may be placed in various positions on table.

Nursing Interventions After Barium Enema:

Give fluids, laxatives and mx for passage of contrast medium.

Pineal Gland is responsible for the hormone ______.

melatonin

Systemic effects of hypothyroid:

Decreased CO2


Poor circulation


Heart Failure


Intestinal Obstruction


Impaired memory


Slurred speech


Depression


Insomnia


Anemia


Cold intolerance


Dry Skin


Weight Gain

A medical emergency of hypothyroidism is a __________ coma.

Myxedema

S/S of Myxedema:

Low body temp


Mental changes


Systemic edema


Dyspnea


Cardiac s/s


ileus


Treatment of Myxedema Coma:

Thyroid replacement


IVF


Respiratory and Cardiovascular support


Temperature support (no hot blankets)

True or False: When insulin pumps are used they are constantly administering insulin 24 hours a day?

TRUE

True or False: If a patient is on an Insulin pump, they are allowed to give bolus injections based on the amount of food ingested?

TRUE

Hypoglycemia resulting from excessive insulin dosing can result in? ***

1. Brain damage


2. Shock


3. Possibly death

The most immediate and serious adverse effect of insulin is?

Hypoglycemia

Two special patient populations for whom careful attention is required during insulin therapy are ____________ & ___________.

Pediatric patients and Pregnant women

What are the four major classes of insulin?

1. Rapid-acting


2. Short-acting


3. Intermediate-acting


4. Long-acting

True or False: The duration of action ranges from several hours to over 24 hours depending on the insulin class.

TRUE

_______ _____ is a clinical condition that results from chronic exposure to excess corticosteroids, particularly glucocorticoids.

Cushing's Syndrome


Endocrine glands are also called _________ glands.

Ductless

Endocrine glands responsibility is to maintain _____________.

Homeostasis


_____ pathways have a direct link between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.

Neural

_______ pathways: Hypothalamic control of pituitary through hormones of its own.

Hormonal

The onset of the over production of the Growth Hormone in children is called ___________.

Gigantism

The onset of the over production of the Growth Hormone in Adults, which causes a thickening of the bones and facial changes, is called ___________.

Acromegaly

Disorder characterized by elevated levels of calcium and low levels of phosphorus is called _____________.

Hyperparathyroid

S/S: hypercalcemia and hypophosphatemia

Disorder characterized by low level of calcium and an elevated level of phosphorus is called _______________.

Hypoparathyroid

Cullen's Sign, a blue-black bruising of the area around the umbilicus, is present in what disease processes?

Acute Pancreatitis


Ruptured Duodenum Ulcer

S/S of Ketoacidosis include:

Deep, rapid breathing


Decreased Alertness


Headache


Flushed face


Fruity-smelling breath


N/V


Dry skin and mouth


Muscle stiffness


Stomach pain

***When the body cannot use sugar as a fuel source, due to lack of insulin or inability to use insulin properly, it will use fat, when fat is broken down it produces ketones that build up in the blood and urine, this is called _______________.

Ketoacidosis

***A severe complication of DM 2, involving extremely high glucose levels without the presence of ketones is called ____________ ______________.

Hyperosmolar hyperglycemia

***A hypofunction of the Adrenal Cortex causing a lack of corticosteroids is called __________ disease.

Addison's

S/S of Addison's Disease include:

Fatigue


Arthralgia (joint pain)


Weight Loss


N/V


Diarrhea


Hypotension


Skin changes


Hypoglycemia


Mental changes

***Dx of Addison's Disease is done using a _____ stimulation test.

ACTH

***Tx of Addison'd Disease involves ______________ and __________________ replacements, increase in salt intake.

Glucocorticoid



Mineralcorticoid

Dx of Cushing's Syndrome include a ___________collection, blood tests of cortisol and _______ levels.

24 hour urine



ACTH

S/S of Cushing's Syndrome include:

Moon face


trunk weight gain


bruising


diabetes


osteoporosis


striae

Tx of Cushing's Syndrome include:

Discontinue medication



Tumor removal

__________ ___ provides an average of your blood sugar control over the past two to three months and is used along with home finger stick monitoring.

Hgb A1C

***Rapid Acting Insulin include ______ and ______ and its peak time is __ to __ hours.

Lispro and Aspart



1 to 1.5 hours

***Short acting Insulin called _______, and its peak is ___ to ___ hours.

Regular



2 to 3 hours

***Intermidate Insulin include ____ or Lente and has a peak time of ___ to ____ hours.

NPH



4 to 10 hours

***Long acting insulin include Ultralente and ___________ and its peak is __ to __.

Glargine



N/A

The most common endocrine disease:

Diabetes.