gi 2 Flashcards
This enzyme stimulates secretion of bi-carb
secretin
what happens if a patient is lacking secretin?
ulcers
This enzyme stimulates secretion of gastric acid and pepsinogen
gastrin
What happens if a patient is lacking gastrin?
lack of absorption of nutrients
Patients with C-diff have what in common?
diarrhea and excessive antibiotic usage
How should the nurse perform hand hygiene when caring for patients with C-diff?
soap and water
nausea, vomiting, RLQ tenderness, elevated WBCs, and a fever indicate what?
appendicitis
perforation, peritonitis, sepsis, and abscess formation are complications of ____
appendicitis
How do you treat appendicitis?
surgery
What medication would you give for a patient dx with GERD?
antacids and PPIs
Which sphincter is weak in patients with GERD?
lower esophageal sphincter