Chapter 8: Diseases and Conditions of the Digestive System: Prevention Flashcards
What is the preventions of Missing Teeth
good dental hygiene to prevent tooth decay
What is the preventions of Impacted Third Molars
no prevention known
What is the preventions of Dental Caries
with oral hygiene and regular professional cleaning
What is the preventions of Discolored Teeth
avoiding smoking and drinking of coffee or tea, or red wine to prevent staining
What is the preventions of Gingivitis
oral hygiene and removal of plaque at the gum line
What is the preventions of Periodontitis
frequent professional cleaning and examination of teeth
What is the preventions of Oral Tumors
avoid chronic irritation to lips and mouth
What is the preventions of Malocclusion
no specific prevention. Hereditary usually
What is the preventions of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome
regular checkups and identification of underlying conditions
What is the preventions of Tooth Abscesses
good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups
What is the preventions of Mouth Ulcers
no prevention known; unless caused by mechanical issues
What is the preventions of Herpes Simplex (Cold Sores)
antiviral medication controls outbreak and risk of transmission
What is the preventions of Thrush
those who have had antibiotic treatment should report signs. Using inhaled corticosteroids rinse mouth thoroughly
What is the preventions of Necrotizing Periodontal Disease
professional cleaning and good oral hygiene; avoiding smoking and poor diet
What is the preventions of Oral Leukoplakia
urge to eliminate tabacco and avoid persistent irritants; officially no known cause
What is the preventions of Oral Cancer
abstinence from tobacco and alcohol
What is the preventions of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
managing the cause that can be controlled
What is the preventions of Esophageal Varices
associated with hepatic disease, which may not be preventable
What is the preventions of Esophagitis
no known prevention, but avoiding alcohol, spicy foods, and caffeine helps to relieve symptoms
What is the preventions of Esophageal Cancer
those with Barrett’s esophagus under endoscopies to screen for progression; avoid alcohol and tobacco
What is the preventions of Gastric and Duodenal Peptic Ulcers
drinking and smoking are not recommended. NSAID and aspirin directions necessary when using
What is the preventions of Gastritis
drinking and smoking are not recommended. NSAID and aspirin directions necessary when using
What is the preventions of Gastric Cancer
early detection is most important
What is the preventions of Acute Appendicitis
no prevention known
What is the preventions of Hiatal Hernia
not possible when condition is due to congenital weakness or aging
What is the preventions of Abdominal Hernia
known weakness in abdominal wall, heavy lifting and trauma should be avoided
What is the preventions of Crohn’s Disease (Regional Enteritis)
prevention is directed toward avoiding complications with careful monitoring of patient
What is the preventions of Ulcerative Colitis
prevent and manage recurrent attacks and complications
What is the preventions of Gastroenteritis
eliminating the causes to prevent recurrences
What is the preventions of Intestinal Obstruction
screening tests permit early detection of malignancies
What is the preventions of Diverticulosis (Diverticular Disease)
onset cannot be prevented.
What is the preventions of Diverticulitis
regular elimination of soft-fomed stools; especially if having diverticulitis
What is the preventions of Colorectal Cancer
improvements in nutrition and physical activity and the use of screening procedures
What is the preventions of Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis
infection control in a health care facility and cuation in prescribing broad-spectrum antibiotics
What is the preventions of Short-Bowel Syndrome
close monitoring for manifestations of malnutrition and weight loss
What is the preventions of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
no prevention
What is the preventions of Peritonitis
not easily predicted; hard to prevent
What is the preventions of Hemorrhoids
avoid constipation, prolonged sitting at stool, and heavy lifting
What is the preventions of Cirrhosis of the Liver
diagnosis of the cause of patient’s abnormal liver is crucical in preventign cirrhosis
What is the preventions of Hepatitis A
vaccine; 2 weeks until active
What is the preventions of Hepatitis B
vaccine; IV drug users, promiscuous, homosexuals at higher risk
What is the preventions of Hepatitis C
all precautions must be taken to prevent; no vaccine
What is the preventions of Cancer of the Liver
vaccination against Hep B
What is the preventions of Cholelithiasis (Gallstones)
low-fat diet may help prevent attacks of biliary colic
What is the preventions of Cholecystitis
early medical attention and dietary modifications at the onset of symptoms related to inflammation of gallbladder
What is the preventions of Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis
based on clinical conditions, medications, and toxins associated with acute pancreatitis
What is the preventions of Pancreatic Cancer
cessation of cigarette smoking is recommended
What is the preventions of Malnutrition
address underlying cause to correct deficiencies
What is the preventions of Malabsorption Syndrome
many specific and nonspecific therapies are available
What is the preventions of Celiac Disease (Gluten Enteropathy)
no prevention is known
What is the preventions of Food Poisoning
fastidious practice of infection-control techniques as first lines of defense
What is the preventions of Anorexia Nervosa
until causes and risk factors are known there is no certain prevention
What is the preventions of Bulimia
no prevention known
What is the preventions of Motion Sickness
taking an antiemetic in anticipation
