chapter 32 & 55 vocab Flashcards

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1
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inflammation of large intestine from bacterial infection

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colitis

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2
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cancer of lining of rectum or colon

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colorectal cancer

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3
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cancer affecting anywhere in the mouth

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oral cancer

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4
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4th leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.

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pancreatic cancer

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5
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cancer that usually occurs in upper portion of the stomach

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stomach cancer

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6
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difficult defeation

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constipation

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7
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varicose veins resulting from constipation/excessive straining

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hemorrhoids

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8
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a type of inflammatory bowel disease affecting the end of the small intestine

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crohn’s disease

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9
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loose stool caused by bacterial or parasites

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diarrhea

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10
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inflammation of intestine w/ out-pouching from constipation and infection. Sx = severe LLQ pain

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diverticulitis

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11
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diverticulitis without an infection

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diverticulosis

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12
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stomach lining breaks down generally by bacteria (H. pylori)

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stomach ulcers

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13
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acid reflux to esophogus

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heartburn/GERD

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14
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inflammation of the liver

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hepatitis

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15
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portion of stomach protrudes into the chest cavity through an opening in the diaphragm

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hiatal hernia

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16
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portion of the large intestine protrudes into the groin or scrotum (males)

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inguinal hernia

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17
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inflammation of appendix caused by backup of feces, tumor, or infection

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appendicitis

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18
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chronic liver disease in which normal liver tissue is replaced w/ nonfunctional scar tissue

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cirrhosis

19
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hard deposits caused by cholesterol or bilirubin

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cholelithiasis or gallstones

20
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indegestion

A

dyspepsia

21
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most essential nutrient for building and repairing tissue

A

protein

22
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found in plants and animals. body uses it to make protein

A

amino acids

23
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used to make energy

A

carbohydrates

24
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helps with digestion

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fiber

25
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what are the two types of fiber & whats the difference?

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soluble = absorbed
insoluble = adds bulk to stools, not absorbed

26
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fats that are only found in animal products

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lipids

27
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vitamins that must be replenished daily

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water-soluble vitams

28
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what are two water-soluble vitamins?

A

C and B

29
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vitamins stored in fat cells of the body

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fat soluble vitamins

30
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what are the four fat soluble vitamins?

A

A, D, E, and K

31
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natural substances in body that helps to build and maintain tissues and carry out functions

A

minerals

32
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what % of the body is water?

A

65%

33
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what are the 3 principal electrolytes?

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sodium, potassium, and chloride

34
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salt- maintains fluid acid/base balance (pH)

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sodium

35
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helps with muscle contraction and regulating blood pressure

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potassium

36
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essential in maintaining fluid/electrolyte balance

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chloride

37
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chemicals that fight free radicals

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antioxidants

38
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what are common food allergens?

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what, dairy, eggs, shellfish, peanuts, and chocolate

39
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patients with anemia…

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lack iron in their diet

40
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weight loss, loss of appetite and nausea. Nutritional needs are vital

A

patients with cancer

41
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patients with diabetes…

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food system to keep blood sugar under control

42
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patients with heart disease…

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reduce cholesterol, caffeine, stress, smoking, and maintain a normal weight with excercise

43
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what is hypertension?

A

high blood pressure

44
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patients with hypertension…

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restrict salt, smoking, alcohol, and fat. increase potassium, excercise, and calcium