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Dysphagia Flashcards

1
Q

What 2 chemicals are required for swallowing?

A

Ach -> Contraction
Nitrous Oxide -> Relaxation

released during pharyngeal phase of swallowing

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2
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3 phases of swallowing

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  1. Buccal - oropharynx
  2. Pharyngeal - -> esophagus; Ach & nitrous oxide
  3. Esophageal - peristalsis -> stomach
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3
Q

Act of swallowing

A

Deglutition

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4
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Dysphagia vs Acute Dysphagia

A

Dysphagia - difficulty swallowing

Acute Dysphagia - inability to swallow, suggestive of esophageal foreign body

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5
Q

painful swallowing

A

Odynophagia

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6
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feeling of a lump or tightness in your throat (painless)

A

Globus Senation

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7
Q

Number 1 main complaint of dysphagia?

A

after swallowing meat

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