Chapter 8: Diseases and Conditions of the Digestive System: Treatment Flashcards by William Max Brcko

What is the treatment of Missing Teeth

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

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What is the treatment of Impacted Third Molars

antibiotic to clear infection; removal of impacted tooth

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What is the treatment of Dental Caries

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

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

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What is the treatment of Gingivitis

removal of plaque and calculus via cleaning; antibiotic mouthwash

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What is the treatment of Periodontitis

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

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

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What is the treatment of Malocclusion

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

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What is the treatment of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome

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

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What is the treatment of Tooth Abscesses

antibiotic therapy; root canal therapy; crowns;

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What is the treatment of Mouth Ulcers

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)

no cure; antiviral ointment or capsules to shorten duration;

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What is the treatment of Thrush

antifungal medication for 14 days

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What is the treatment of Necrotizing Periodontal Disease

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

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What is the treatment of Oral Leukoplakia

finding and eliminating source of irritation

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What is the treatment of Oral Cancer

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

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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

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What is the treatment of Esophageal Varices

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

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

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What is the treatment of Esophageal Cancer

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

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

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