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16 Cards in this Set
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What are the most common causes of dysphagia? |
1) Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA) 2) Neurologic 3) Head and Neck Cancer |
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What are the signs and symptoms of esophageal CA? |
#1 Dysphagia Wt. Loss Bleeding Epigastric or Retrosternal Pain Bone pain with metastatic disease Hoarseness Persistent Cough |
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What is the #1 cause for GERD? |
Translower esophageal sphincter relaxation (TLESR) |
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What are the key presenting symptoms of GERD? |
Heartburn, Dysphagia, Odynophagia, CP, adn Globus |
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What is globus? |
Sensation of fullness in the throat |
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What is odynophagia? |
Painful swallowing |
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What is the first line medication classification for treating GERD? |
PPI |
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What are key physical exam findings when assessing for GERD? |
Dental Erosion Halitosis Weight Loss Obesity Scleroderma Wheezes Epigastric Tenderness Heme+Stool |
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How long should a patient be on a PPI for treatment of GERD before referring for endoscopy? |
8 weeks |
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First line treatment for GERD? |
Diet and lifestyle modifications (antacids) |
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What does BISAP scoring stand for? |
•Blood ureanitrogen > 25 mg/dL •Impaired mentalstatus •Presence of SIRS •Age > 60 •Presence ofpleural effusion on imaging |
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A BISAP score ____ or greater indicated increased risk of complications from _______. |
• Score 3 or greater indicates increased risk of complications from acute pancreatitis |
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When should the BISAP score be used? |
Within the first 24 hours of presenting symptoms |
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How many stages are there in treating constipation? |
7 |
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Phase 1 management for constipation |
Lifestyle Changes |
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Phase 2 Management for Constipation |
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