Chapter 8: Diseases and Conditions of the Digestive System: Treatment Flashcards
What is the treatment of Missing Teeth
restoring occlusion; placement of a permanent or removable prosthesis (false teeth)
What is the treatment of Impacted Third Molars
antibiotic to clear infection; removal of impacted tooth
What is the treatment of Dental Caries
remove the disease portion of the tooth enamel and pulp and fills cavity; root canal if serious
What is the treatment of Discolored Teeth
polishing with rotary polisher; bleaching procedures; capping crown by bonding a synthetic veneer
What is the treatment of Gingivitis
removal of plaque and calculus via cleaning; antibiotic mouthwash
What is the treatment of Periodontitis
cleaning of root surfaces of teeth (SRP scaling, root planing, and curettage); flossing and brushing; surgery
What is the treatment of Oral Tumors
observed to ensure that is has not become malignant; removed if issue is caused
What is the treatment of Malocclusion
braces; teeth extraction; surgical removal of portions of the jaw;
What is the treatment of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome
aimed at cause; NSAIDs; splint in mouth to align teeth
What is the treatment of Tooth Abscesses
antibiotic therapy; root canal therapy; crowns;
What is the treatment of Mouth Ulcers
antiseptic mouthwashes; warm salt water; avoiding spicy or acidic foods and hot food or drinks;
What is the treatment of Herpes Simplex (Cold Sores)
no cure; antiviral ointment or capsules to shorten duration;
What is the treatment of Thrush
antifungal medication for 14 days
What is the treatment of Necrotizing Periodontal Disease
antibiotics, along with hydrogen peroxide mouthwash to releive pain and inflammation
What is the treatment of Oral Leukoplakia
finding and eliminating source of irritation
What is the treatment of Oral Cancer
depends on stage; sugery with out without radiation therapy; laser therapy
What is the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
elevating head of bed about 6 inches; light evening meal; antacids; H2-receptor antagonist/proton pump inhibitor; surgery
What is the treatment of Esophageal Varices
replacing blood volume and maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance; ligation of bleeding varices; portal decompression surgery
What is the treatment of Esophagitis
bland diet to calm inflammation with use antacids; underlying causes treated
What is the treatment of Esophageal Cancer
staging is critical; chemoradiotherapy before surgery; maintain ability to swallow with procedures done; palliative care
What is the treatment of Gastric and Duodenal Peptic Ulcers
rest, medication, diet changes, lifestyle changes; surgery in severe cases; if cause is certain eliminate it
What is the treatment of Gastritis
antibiotic therapy; antacids and medications
What is the treatment of Gastric Cancer
accurate tumor staging; gastric resection followed by chemoradiotherapy. palliative care very important
What is the treatment of Acute Appendicitis
appendectomy; antibiotic therapy before surgery
What is the treatment of Hiatal Hernia
relieve signs and symptoms; antacids; drug therapy; avoid lying down 4 hours after meal; surgery if doesn’t resolve
What is the treatment of Abdominal Hernia
wear a truss to get it back in cavity; surgical repair
What is the treatment of Crohn’s Disease (Regional Enteritis)
incurable; treat acute disease flare-ups and maintain remission; palliative care
What is the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis
well-balanced diet-low fat and high in proteins; drug therapy; palliative care
What is the treatment of Gastroenteritis
control symptoms and maintain fluid and electrolyte balance; antibiotics, antiemetics
What is the treatment of Intestinal Obstruction
surgery performed to remove lesion or whatever is causing blockage; non-mechanical; fed intravenously until peristalsis returns
What is the treatment of Diverticulosis (Diverticular Disease)
diet adequate in fluids and roughage is neeeded. fiber supplements and stool softeners
What is the treatment of Diverticulitis
antibiotics; stool softeners; liquid diet; surgical intervention at times
What is the treatment of Colorectal Cancer
surgical resection of affected part of colon or rectum; colostomy may be necessary; palliative care; chemotherapy
What is the treatment of Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis
discontinuing broad spectrum antibiotics and substituting vancomycin to fight infection; fluid and electrolyte balance
What is the treatment of Short-Bowel Syndrome
depends on cause; drugs; food supplements; surgery on bowel-parenteral hyperalimentation on bowels
What is the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
no cure; treatment to releive and manage symptoms
What is the treatment of Peritonitis
source of irritation or infection identified; treatment with antibiotics
What is the treatment of Hemorrhoids
correct constipation and prevent straining; anal cream; sclerotherapy; cryosurgery
What is the treatment of Cirrhosis of the Liver
directed at cause of liver disease to prevent further damage; alcohol intake prohibited; vitamin and mineral supplements
What is the treatment of Hepatitis A
symptom control, prevent transmission
What is the treatment of Hepatitis B
ways to prevent transmission; antiviral therapy
What is the treatment of Hepatitis C
no cure; control symptoms and improve liver function; palliative
What is the treatment of Cancer of the Liver
partial hepatectomy; liver transplant if small; radiofrequency ablation or ethanol injection;
What is the treatment of Cholelithiasis (Gallstones)
left alone if no problems; cholecystectomy; ERCP; ESWL
What is the treatment of Cholecystitis
elimination of fatty foods; npo; IV fluid to replace fluid and electrolytes
What is the treatment of Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis
mild without systemic and local complications; npo if severe; NG tube if necessary; abscess require surgery; monitored for malabsorption; steatorrhea, diabetes mellitus
What is the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer
surgical resection of affected area; late detection; palliative treatment; chemotherapy
What is the treatment of Malnutrition
nutritional supplements depending on what is needed; oral and IV feedings; NG tube for certain causes
What is the treatment of Malabsorption Syndrome
discover underlying cause and choose course of treatment; high-protein high calorie diet; fat-soluble vitamins
What is the treatment of Celiac Disease (Gluten Enteropathy)
life-long glutten free diet; allows for bowel to heal
What is the treatment of Food Poisoning
treatment symptomatic; nutritional support and fluid replacement are essentail
What is the treatment of Anorexia Nervosa
promote normal weight and restore nutrition; family counseling; nutritional counseling
What is the treatment of Bulimia
antidepressants; support group; nutrition in form of balanced diet
What is the treatment of Motion Sickness
avoid food or drink before travel; dermal patches
