FNN 401 Midterm Flashcards
this is a motility disorder characterized by an absence of or weakened peristalsis within the esophagus
achalasia
this is a complication of severe chronic GERD involving changines in the cells of the issue that line the bottom of the esophagus
barrett’s esophagus
vague upper ad symptoms that may include upper ab pain, bloating, early satiety, nausea, belching
dyspepsia
difficulty swallowing
dysphasia
chronic or reccurent gastric pain due to reflux of gastric seretions into the lower esophagus
gerd
profusion of part of the stomach through the diaphragm into the space normally occupied by the esophagus, heart, lungs
hiatal hernia
if osmolality is > 300 mosm/kg, this is
hyperosmolar
ulceration or perforation in the lining of the stomach, duodenum or esophagus
peptic ulcer disease
for this disease, nutrition therapy is the only treatment
celiac
the upper gi tract is composed of these 4 organs:
mouth
pharynx
esophagus
stomach
the lower gi tract is composed of these:
large intestine
small intestine
what are 4 functions of the stomach
motility
secretion
digestion
absorption
what are gastric juices made up of
water
mucus
hcl
gastric juices
electrolytes
these stomach cells secrete pepsinogen (which, when activated, begins protein digestion)
chief cells
these stomach cells secrete hcl and intrinsic factor (activates pepsinogen, kills microorganisms, denatures proteins, and helps absorb b12)
parietal cells
these cells secrete histamine
ECL cells
these cells secrete gastrin
G cells
these cells secrete somatostatin
D cells
what is the role of chief cells in stomach
they secrete pepsinogen. when activsated, this begins protein digestion
Which cells activate pepsinogen?
parietal cells
which cells stimulate parietal cells?
ECL cells
g cells
d cells
which are the 3 endocrine cells? the 3 exocrine cells?
endocrine:
- ecl
- g cells
- d cells
exocrine:
- mucous cells
- chief cells
- parietal cells
what are the 3 phases of gastric sectetion?
cephalic phase - hcl and pepsinogen are released when we smell or taste food
gastric phase - when food enters stomach
intestinal phase
cephalic and gastric phase stimulate gastric juices, while intestinal phase slows gastric secretions and prepares small intestine
what are the 5 different types of medications to treat GERD?
- PPIs
- histamine blocking agents
- prokinetic agents
- antacids
- foaming agents
what is the most common surgical procedure used for refractory gerd?
nissen fundoplication (fundus is wrapped around lower esophagus
other treatments: partial ffundoplication, roux-en-y for obese patients, LINX
common nutrition diagnoses related to GERD:
overweight/obesity, impaired nutrient utilization, inadequate vitamin/mineral intake, swallowing difficulty, altered GI function
nutrition recommendations for GERD
- eat small, frequent meals
- restrict foods that lower LES pressure
- weight loss (if overweight)
how to diagnose GERD?
- look at symptoms
- hthere is relief after PPI use
what are the 2 types of hiatal hernias?
- sliding (type 1) - most common - GE junction slides up (95%)
- paraesophageal/rolling (type 2) - part of fundus goes through hiatus rather than junction
incidence increase with age
causes of hiatal hernia
obesity
pregnancy
decreased muscle elasticity
trauma (seatbelt injury)
previous surgeries
signs and symptoms of hiatla hernia
heartburn
regurgitation
acidic taste
burping
nausea
persisten nighttime cough
chest pain (mistaken for heart attack)
a person who has food and fluids accumulating in the lower esophagus may have
achalasia
what are some causes of acute gastritis?
nsaids
food poisoning
alcohol
causes of chronic gastritis (type a and type b)
type a - less common. the development of antibidoies against parietal cells
type b - h pylori infection
epigastric pain is most commonly associated with
PUD
nutrition diagnosis associated with PUD:
- inadequate beverage intake
- altered GI function
- involuntary weight loss
- food and nutrition related knowledge deficit
historically milk was used to treat:
PUD
metalic taste and helltosis are symptoms of
GERD
Names 5 causes of GERD
- smoking
- obesity
- pregnancy (increased estrogen and progesterone)
- meds (calcium channel blockers)
- hiatal hernia
What are 5 symptoms of GERD?
- nausea/vomiting
- hoars voice, cough
- halletosis
- shortness of breath
- heartburn
- burping/hiccuping
opera singers often present with
GERD
what are 5 conditions related to reflux?
- esophagitis
- cancer
- dental caries
- barrets esophagus
- sleep apnea
- astha
if GERD goes untreated, it can progress to:
Barrett’s esophagus
Erosive esophagitis
What % of GERD cases end with barrett’s esophagus?
10% (but has no specific symptoms outside of GERD)
how do you diagnose GERD?
symptom description
medical trial
lifestyle modification
Tests:
- esophagael manometry
- barium swallow with contrast
- ambulatory esophagel pH monitoring
- screener for Barrett’s esophagus
there is potential for endoscopy
Response to PPIs does not necessarily correlate with objective measures of GERD
what are 5 treatments for GERD?
- meds that decrease gastric acidity
- behaviour modification - weight loss, stop smoking, loose clothing
- nissen fundoplication for refractory gerd
- bariatric surgery for refractory gerd
what are the 3 goals of GERD treatment?
- increase LES competence
- decrease acid secretion
- protect esophageal mucosa
Give one example of a PPI
omeprazole
give one example of a histamine2-receptor antagonist
ranitidine
give one example of a prokinetic agent
domperidone
when should PPIs be taken for GERD and why?
in the mornign, because the amount of H-K-ATPase in parietal cells is highest after a prolonged fast
what are the lab recommendations for PPI use?
- check magnesium before starting PPO for patients on it over 1 year
- check B12 levels yearly
- check CBC and ferritin (because there is decreased iron absorption)
safety concerns of long term PPI use include:
c diff
microscopic colitis
atrophic gastritis
antacids, for treatment of GERD, combine 3 basic salts with bicarbonate:
- magnesium
- calcium
- aluminum
Antacids (or is it foaming agents?) may decrease absorption of:
iron
folate
phosphorous
the use of H2 antagonists decreases absorption of:
calcium
iron
b12
which GERD medication are available OTC (vs. prescription)?
antacids
foaming agents
H2 antagonists
PPIs decrease absorption of:
calcium
iron
b12
magnesium
may also cause nausea/ab pain
What type of diet would help with reflux?
- strict diet for at least 2 weeks
- avoid foods below pH4
- avoid foods that increase gastric pressure
- avoids foods that relax the LES
- avoid large meals before bed
Name 5 foods to avoid and 5 foods to have with GERD:
avoid:
- peppermint
-coffee
- fatty foods
- alcohol
- citrus
Have:
- herbs
- fish
- eggs
- low acid fruits like pear and banana
- oats
5 behaviour modifications that can help with GERD
- wear loose clothes
- small frequent meals
- stop smoking
- lose weight
- dont lie down for 3 hours after meal
When would you do a fundoplication for GERD?
- if there is a hiatus hernia bigger than 2 CM
- if GERD is unresponsive to usual therapies
- if there is GERD complication like erosive esophagitis and barret’s esophagus