Chapter 22: MNT in GI Disorders (1) Flashcards
esophagitis - etiology
ingesting an irritating agent, by intubation, or by an infection
acute esophagitis
esophagus - disease
chronic, or reflux esophagitis, recurrent
can be caused by a hiatal hernia, reduced lower esophageal sphincter (LES) pressure, abdominal pressure, recurrent vomiting, alcohol use, overweight, or smoking
gastroesophageal reflux
esophagus - medical mgmt
antacids, cholinergic drugs to increase lower esophageal sphincter (LES) pressure
esophagitis
esophagitis - dietary mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: prevent gastric reflux
low fat
esophagitis - dietary mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: prevent herniation and reflux decreases abdominal pressure
low calories for obese
esophagitis - dietary mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: increase LES pressure
high chon
esophagitis - dietary mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to prevent high secretion of acid and decreases of LES pressure
no alcohol, spices
esophagus - diseases
refers to the difficulty in swallowing
dysphagia
diet mgmt
liquid diets, small frequent feeding to facilitate swallowing
dysphagia
esophagus - diseases
failure of the LES to relax and open during swallowing
achalasia
diet mgmt
liquid diets, small frequent feeding to facilitate swallowing
ahalasia
esophagus - diseases
the stricture of the esophagus caused by fibrotic tissues, increased pressure of herniation from adjacent organs, and abdominal growth of tissues
esophageal obstruction
mgmt
medical surgery, radiation, or dilatation
esophageal obstuction
diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to facilitate swallowing
liquid diets
diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to provide nutrition when oral nutrition is inadequate or impossible
tube feeding when necessary
stomach - diseases
organic diseases of the stomach is characterized by the presence of a structural change in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) such as _____ and _____
petic ulcer and gastritis
stomach - diseases
functional diseases of the stomach are characterized by alteration in the function of the GIT without any structural damage of the GIT
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stomach - diseases
an eroded lesion in the gastric mucosa or duodenum
peptic ulcer
stomach - diseases
symptoms:
burning sensation in the epigastric region, sometimes accompanied by weight loss, vomiting of blood
peptic ulcer
peptic ulcer etiology
stimulants of gastric acid secretion (stress, nicotine, alcohol, and spices), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, gender (more common in males)
helicobacter pylori
stomach - diseases medical mgmt
antacids: counteract or neutralize acidity, magnesium-/aluminum-containing compounds
ex: maalox, mylanta
peptic ulcers
stomach - diseases
antibiotics: used to control h. pylori infestation, may be used in combination
peptic ulcers
stomach - diseases
histamine h2-receptor antagonists: histamine normally attaches to specific cellular receptors on acid-producing parietal cells and influence gastric acid secretion
-these drugs block acid production and release
ex: cimetidine (tagamet), ranitidine (zantac)
peptic ulcer
stomach - diseases
proton pump inhibitors: suppress hcl production by preventing the action of an enzyme that secretes hydrogen ions needed for hcl production
peptic ulcer
stomach - diseases
refers to the removal of the stomach
gastrectomy
stomach - diseases
diet: balance diet to provide optimal nutrition
blanc to prevent irritation
milk has been proven to cause rebound acidity
peptic ulcer
stomach - diseases
the inflammation of the gastric mucosa; characterized by vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea. and abdominal distention
gastritis
stomach - diseases
etiology: gastric stimulants like stress, nicotine, spices, and alcohol, poor dietary habits, drugs
gastritis
stomach - diseases
gastritis - diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to rest the organ
npo during acute attacks
stomach - diseases
gastritis - diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to replace fluid losses
IVF
stomach - diseases
gastritis - diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to provide optimal nutrition
balanced diet
stomach - diseases
gastritis - diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to prevent irritation, correct faulty habits
bland, when necessary
gastric secretory disturbances - types
low secretion of gastric juices
hypochlorhydria
gastric secretory disturbances - types
no free hcl
achlorhydria
gastric secretory disturbances - types
no free or combined hcl
achylia gastrica
gastric secretory disturbances
diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: prevent fermentation
complex CHO
gastric secretory disturbances
diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: inhibits gastric secretion
low fat
gastric secretory disturbances
diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: proteins are not digested properly
low chon
stomach - diseases
high secretion of gastric juices
hyperchlorhydria
stomach - diseases
dietary mgmt: high fat to prevent gastric secretion
hyperchlorhydria
stomach - diseases
pertains to the overflow of gastric juices
gastrosucchorrhea
stomach - diseases
diet mgmt: high gat to prevent gastric secretion
gastrosucchorrhea
stomach - diseases
use of antacids may cause:
-phosphorous deficiency
-constipation or diarrhea
-mg toxicity
-altered electrolyte levels
-nausea
-vomiting
-cramps
-headache
-flushes
-appetite increase
-drowsiness
-decreased iron absorption
gastrosucchorrhea
stomach - diseases
the protrusion of the stomach into the chest through the esophageal hiatus of the diaphragm
the hernia prevents the food from moving normally along the digestive tract
hiatal hernia
prevents the food from moving normally along the digestive tract
hernia
stomach - diseases
sign: gastric reflux
hiatal hernia
stomach - diseases
diet mgmt: prevent gastric reflux and increase LES pressure
restriction of stimulants
low kcal, if obese
low fat
low chon
hiatal hernia
motility diseases
lack of gastric tone, delayed emptying time caused by other diseases and emotional disturbance
gastric atony
motility diseases
stenosis of the pylorus, which prevents complete emptying, fermentation of contents and dilatation of the stomach caused by ulcer or scar formation, adhesions or cancer
gastrectasia
motility diseases
diet mgmt: small frequent feeding, low fat
gastrectasia
motility diseases
or indigestion, is a condition of discomfort of in the digestive tract than can be physical or psychological in origin
dyspepsia
motility diseases
symptoms: heartburn, bloating, pain, and regurgitation
dyspepsia
motility diseases
etiology: can be physical or psychological
physical: overeating or spicy foods, or may be a symptom of another problem (e.g. appendicitis or a kidney, gallbladder, or colon disease or cancer)
psychological: stress
dyspepsia
small intestine - diseases
the disease characterized by atrophy of the intestines due to lack of peptidase to digest the gliadin fraction of gluten
gluten-sensitive enteropathy (celiac disease)
small intestine - diseases
signs: diarrhea, weight loss, steatorrhea
celiac disease
small intestine - diseases
celiac disease: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: rich in gluten
restrict rye, oats, wheat, and barley
small intestine - diseases
celiac disease: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: prevent steatorrhea
low fat
small intestine - diseases
celiac disease: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: for better fat absorption
mct
small intestine - diseases
celiac disease: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to replace losses
vitamin and mineral supplementation
small intestine - diseases
celiac disease: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: compensate weight loss
high kcal
small intestine - diseases
the disease characterized by malabsorption, diarrhea, and intestinal disorders
tropical sprue
small intestine - diseases
signs: flatulence, indigestion, glossitis
tropical sprue
small intestine - diseases
tropical sprue: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to heal lesions
high chon
small intestine - diseases
tropical sprue: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to alleviate symptoms, restore the gastrointestinal structure and function
folic acid
small intestine - diseases
tropical sprue: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to correct malabsorption
low fat
small intestine - diseases
tropical sprue: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: prevent pernicious anemia
vitamin b12
small intestine - diseases
the fibrosis of the bowel wall due to radiation exposure characterized by diarrhea and malabsorption
enteritis
small intestine - diseases
enteritis: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to provide nutritional needs
npo, ivf, or pn
small intestine - diseases
enteritis: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to prevent irritation
small frequent feedings
small intestine - diseases
enteritis: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to favor fat absorption
low fat, MCT
small intestine - diseases
enteritis: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to replace losses
vitamin and mineral supplements
small intestine - diseases
enteritis: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to prevent oxaluria
calcium supplements
small intestine - diseases
congenital malformation of the lymphatic system causing losses of chon, diarrhea, and steatorrhea due to malabsorption
lymphangiectasis
small intestine - diseases
lymphangiectasis: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: for direct transport to the liver and better fat absorption
lymphangiectasis
small intestine - diseases
pertains to the failure to absorb nutrients due to pancreatitis, e.coli or rotavirus infection, bacterial overgrowth, impaired enzymatic activity, biliary secretion, drugs, and reduction of absorptive surface due to organic diseases (celiac or tropical sprue, resections or bypass)
increased absorption may occur with hemochromatosis of wilson’s disease
malabsorption
small intestine - diseases
malabsorption: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: in case of malabsorption
fat-restricted diets
small intestine - diseases
malabsorption: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: for hyperoxaluria due to binding of fatty acids with calcium
oxalate-restricted diets
small intestine - diseases
intestinal obstruction: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: to provide nutrition support
npo, iv, tpn
small intestine - diseases
intestinal obstruction: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: surgical removal of the obstruction
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small intestine - diseases
intolerance: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: restrict specific disaccharide-rich food item
e.g. if lactose, restrict milk
intolerance
the failure to digest and absorb nutrients due to lack of enzyme activity characterized by vomiting or diarrhea
intolerance
severe diarrhea and malabsorption following surgery or intestinal ressections
short-bowel syndrome
small intestine - diseases
short-bowel syndrome: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: tube feeding, iv nutrition, or intestinal transplantation
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small intestine - diseases
stort-bowel syndrome: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: progressive diets
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small intestine - diseases
stort-bowel syndrome: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: if with intact colon
increased cho, low fat
small intestine - diseases
stort-bowel syndrome: diet mgmt
diet: ?
rationale: vitamin and mineral supplements
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