GI and Urologic Review

Question 1

define ileus

Answer 1

paralysis of the bowel, unable to move material through the intestine

Question 2

emesis is another way of saying…

Answer 2

vomiting

Question 3

diverticulitis is…

Answer 3

inflammation in small pockets at weak areas in the muscle walls of the intestine

Question 4

symptoms of diverticulitis

Answer 4

left lower quadrant pain, body aches, constipation and bowel obstruction

Question 5

diverticulitis is the common cause of…

Answer 5

lower GI bleeding

Question 6

cholecystitis is…

Answer 6

inflammation of the gallbladder

Question 7

what is an ulcer?

Answer 7

when there is no protective layer and acid eats into the organs.

Question 8

what occurs with an ulcer?

Answer 8

hematemesis and melena

Question 9

what is a gallstone?

Answer 9

blocks the outlet of the gallbladder

Question 10

what are the symptoms of a gallstone?

Answer 10

pain in the upper quadrants, right upper back, and shoulder area.

Question 11

what causes pancreatitis?

Answer 11

gallstones, alcohol abuse.

Question 12

symptoms of pancreatitus?

Answer 12

vomiting, upper abdomen pain that radiates to the back, pain worse after eating

Question 13

symptoms of appendicitis?

Answer 13

localizes in the right lower quadrant, referred pain, rebound tenderness, vomiting and nausea.

Question 14

what are hemorrhoids?

Answer 14

swelling and inflammation surrounding the rectum, pooping bright red

Question 15

what is cystitis?

Answer 15

inflammation of the bladder

Question 16

what is a urinary tract infection?

Answer 16

infection in the lower urinary tract from bacteria

Question 17

what is uremia?

Answer 17

severe kidney failure

Question 18

what are kidney stones?

Answer 18

solid crystalline masses trapped in the urinary tract.

Question 19

what is a hernia?

Answer 19

the protrusion of an organ or tissue through an abnormal body opening.

Question 20

peritonitis is when…

Answer 20

inflammation of the lining of the abdomen

Question 21

what is dialysis?

Answer 21

a type of treatment that helps your body remove extra fluid and waste products from your blood when the kidneys are not able to

Question 22

where is the esophagus located?

Answer 22

between the larynx and stomach

Question 23

purpose of the pancreas?

Answer 23

provides enzymes to aid in digestion, insulin, and glucagon

Question 24

purpose of the liver?

Answer 24

poisonous substances are brought here, blood clotting factors, production of plasma, storage of sugar for energy

Question 25

purpose of the gallbladder?

Answer 25

reservoir and concentrating organ for bile produce

Question 26

purpose of the appendix?

Answer 26

role in immune system health

Question 27

describe gastric distension

Answer 27

enlargement of the stomach due to an accumulation of gas, food, or fluid.

Question 28

what is renal disease?

Answer 28

damage or dysfunction to the kidneys