Chapter 49: Intestinal/ Bowel Disorders Flashcards
Which bacteria may cause gastroenteritis?
Shigella species
which quadrant is Appendicitis?
right lower quadrant pain
Norovirus
also known as Norwalk-like viruses, causes gastroenteritis and is
transmitted through the fecal-oral route and possibly the respiratory route.
McBurney Point
is associated with later stage of appendicitis.
Blood cultures are
performed to determine …
whether septicemia has occurred.
early symptoms of gastroenteritis.
Nausea and vomiting are usually the first symptoms in a patient who has gastroenteritis, followed by diarrhea and abdominal cramping.
Diphenoxylate
hydrochloride
Diphenoxylate
hydrochloride with atropine sulfate reduces gastrointestinal motility in the patient, thereby reducing the symptoms. This medication, however, may
contribute to drowsiness and falls in older adults.
Loperamide
Loperamide has antiperistaltic action and is occasionally prescribed for
patients with gastroenteritis.
enterovesical fistula
A fistula that is present between the bowel and bladder is referred to as an enterovesical fistula.
enteroenteric fistula
A fistula that is present between two segments of bowel is called an enteroenteric fistula.
Which complication is seen in patients with a history of having
ulcerative colitis for 10 years or greater?
Colorectal cancer
Which complication is commonly seen in Crohn’s disease?
Fistulas
Vedolizumab
Vedolizumab is an intestinal-specific leukocyte traffic inhibitor. It prevents
the migration of WBCs to inflamed bowel tissue.
Which diagnostic test is preferred to differentiate between
ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease?
Xray with barium enema
Infliximab
Infliximab is recommended for the treatment of Crohn’s disease. Infliximab is
contraindicated in patients with heart disease because it worsens the
symptoms.
