GASTRO Flashcards
1
Q
what is peptic ulcer disease?
A
open sores that develop on stomach lining/ small intestines that can lead to perforation and bleeding.
2
Q
How does the body help to protect the stomach lining ?
A
1) Mucus
- secreted by cells in the mucosa and coats the lining
2) Bicarbonate
- secreted by epithelial cells of GI & neutralizes the acid.
3) Adequate blood supply
- nourish the mucosa
4) Prostaglandin
- stimulate bicarb and mucus production.
3
Q
which group of drugs should u avoid if u have Peptic ulcer disease?
A
NSAID, they suppress the production of prostaglandin
4
Q
What types of GI bleeding are there
A
hematemesis
melena
hematochezia
5
Q
hematemesis
A
blood stained stools or coffee ground emesis
usually bleeding at ligament of treitz, duodenum and jejunum
6
Q
melena
A
tarry stools- UGIT bleed
