11.5 Treatments and Therapies - Plan Gastroc Flashcards
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gastroduodenostomy
A
creation of an opening between the stomach and the duodenum
2
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gastroenterostomy
A
creation of an opening between the stomach and the intestines
3
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gastrojejunostomy
A
creation of an opening between the stomach and the jejunum
4
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gastropexy
A
surgical fixation of the stomach
5
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gastroplasty
A
surgical reconstruction of the stomach
6
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antacid
A
agent that neutralizes acid
7
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antiemetic
A
agent that prevents or relieves nausea or vomiting
8
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cathartic
carthart - cleansing
A
agent that produces bowel movements
9
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sialagogic
A
agent that causes salivation
10
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esophagectomy
A
surgical removal of the esophagus
11
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esophagogastroplasty
A
surgical reconstruction of the esophagus and stomach
