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Chapter 8: Diseases and Conditions of the Digestive System: Treatment Flashcards

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What is the treatment of Missing Teeth

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restoring occlusion; placement of a permanent or removable prosthesis (false teeth)

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What is the treatment of Impacted Third Molars

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antibiotic to clear infection; removal of impacted tooth

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What is the treatment of Dental Caries

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remove the disease portion of the tooth enamel and pulp and fills cavity; root canal if serious

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What is the treatment of Discolored Teeth

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polishing with rotary polisher; bleaching procedures; capping crown by bonding a synthetic veneer

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What is the treatment of Gingivitis

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removal of plaque and calculus via cleaning; antibiotic mouthwash

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What is the treatment of Periodontitis

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cleaning of root surfaces of teeth (SRP scaling, root planing, and curettage); flossing and brushing; surgery

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What is the treatment of Oral Tumors

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observed to ensure that is has not become malignant; removed if issue is caused

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What is the treatment of Malocclusion

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braces; teeth extraction; surgical removal of portions of the jaw;

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What is the treatment of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome

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aimed at cause; NSAIDs; splint in mouth to align teeth

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What is the treatment of Tooth Abscesses

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antibiotic therapy; root canal therapy; crowns;

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What is the treatment of Mouth Ulcers

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antiseptic mouthwashes; warm salt water; avoiding spicy or acidic foods and hot food or drinks;

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What is the treatment of Herpes Simplex (Cold Sores)

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no cure; antiviral ointment or capsules to shorten duration;

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What is the treatment of Thrush

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antifungal medication for 14 days

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What is the treatment of Necrotizing Periodontal Disease

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antibiotics, along with hydrogen peroxide mouthwash to releive pain and inflammation

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What is the treatment of Oral Leukoplakia

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finding and eliminating source of irritation

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What is the treatment of Oral Cancer

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depends on stage; sugery with out without radiation therapy; laser therapy

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What is the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

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elevating head of bed about 6 inches; light evening meal; antacids; H2-receptor antagonist/proton pump inhibitor; surgery

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What is the treatment of Esophageal Varices

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replacing blood volume and maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance; ligation of bleeding varices; portal decompression surgery

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What is the treatment of Esophagitis

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bland diet to calm inflammation with use antacids; underlying causes treated

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What is the treatment of Esophageal Cancer

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staging is critical; chemoradiotherapy before surgery; maintain ability to swallow with procedures done; palliative care

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What is the treatment of Gastric and Duodenal Peptic Ulcers

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rest, medication, diet changes, lifestyle changes; surgery in severe cases; if cause is certain eliminate it

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What is the treatment of Gastritis

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antibiotic therapy; antacids and medications

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What is the treatment of Gastric Cancer

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accurate tumor staging; gastric resection followed by chemoradiotherapy. palliative care very important

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What is the treatment of Acute Appendicitis

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appendectomy; antibiotic therapy before surgery

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What is the treatment of Hiatal Hernia

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relieve signs and symptoms; antacids; drug therapy; avoid lying down 4 hours after meal; surgery if doesn’t resolve

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What is the treatment of Abdominal Hernia

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wear a truss to get it back in cavity; surgical repair

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What is the treatment of Crohn’s Disease (Regional Enteritis)

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incurable; treat acute disease flare-ups and maintain remission; palliative care

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What is the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis

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well-balanced diet-low fat and high in proteins; drug therapy; palliative care

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What is the treatment of Gastroenteritis

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control symptoms and maintain fluid and electrolyte balance; antibiotics, antiemetics

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What is the treatment of Intestinal Obstruction

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surgery performed to remove lesion or whatever is causing blockage; non-mechanical; fed intravenously until peristalsis returns

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What is the treatment of Diverticulosis (Diverticular Disease)

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diet adequate in fluids and roughage is neeeded. fiber supplements and stool softeners

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What is the treatment of Diverticulitis

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antibiotics; stool softeners; liquid diet; surgical intervention at times

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What is the treatment of Colorectal Cancer

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surgical resection of affected part of colon or rectum; colostomy may be necessary; palliative care; chemotherapy

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What is the treatment of Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis

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discontinuing broad spectrum antibiotics and substituting vancomycin to fight infection; fluid and electrolyte balance

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What is the treatment of Short-Bowel Syndrome

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depends on cause; drugs; food supplements; surgery on bowel-parenteral hyperalimentation on bowels

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What is the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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no cure; treatment to releive and manage symptoms

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What is the treatment of Peritonitis

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source of irritation or infection identified; treatment with antibiotics

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What is the treatment of Hemorrhoids

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correct constipation and prevent straining; anal cream; sclerotherapy; cryosurgery

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What is the treatment of Cirrhosis of the Liver

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directed at cause of liver disease to prevent further damage; alcohol intake prohibited; vitamin and mineral supplements

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What is the treatment of Hepatitis A

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symptom control, prevent transmission

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What is the treatment of Hepatitis B

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ways to prevent transmission; antiviral therapy

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What is the treatment of Hepatitis C

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no cure; control symptoms and improve liver function; palliative

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What is the treatment of Cancer of the Liver

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partial hepatectomy; liver transplant if small; radiofrequency ablation or ethanol injection;

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What is the treatment of Cholelithiasis (Gallstones)

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left alone if no problems; cholecystectomy; ERCP; ESWL

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What is the treatment of Cholecystitis

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elimination of fatty foods; npo; IV fluid to replace fluid and electrolytes

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What is the treatment of Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis

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mild without systemic and local complications; npo if severe; NG tube if necessary; abscess require surgery; monitored for malabsorption; steatorrhea, diabetes mellitus

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What is the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer

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surgical resection of affected area; late detection; palliative treatment; chemotherapy

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What is the treatment of Malnutrition

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nutritional supplements depending on what is needed; oral and IV feedings; NG tube for certain causes

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What is the treatment of Malabsorption Syndrome

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discover underlying cause and choose course of treatment; high-protein high calorie diet; fat-soluble vitamins

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What is the treatment of Celiac Disease (Gluten Enteropathy)

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life-long glutten free diet; allows for bowel to heal

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What is the treatment of Food Poisoning

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treatment symptomatic; nutritional support and fluid replacement are essentail

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What is the treatment of Anorexia Nervosa

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promote normal weight and restore nutrition; family counseling; nutritional counseling

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What is the treatment of Bulimia

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antidepressants; support group; nutrition in form of balanced diet

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What is the treatment of Motion Sickness

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avoid food or drink before travel; dermal patches

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