GI BLEEDING, GASTRITIS, PEPTIC ULCER Flashcards
can occur from hematologic disorders that decrease platelet numbers or function
MASSIVE GI BLEEDING
is most often caused by hemorrhoids and polyps of the colon
LOWER GI BLEEDING
a condition where open sores develop on the inner lining of the stomach or the upper part of the small intestine
PEPTIC ULCER DISEASE
is inflammation of the stomach lining, often causing pain, nausea, and discomfort
GASTRITIS
are enlarged and swollen veins in the esophagus, typically occurring due to liver disease, and they pose a risk of bleeding
ESOPHAGEAL VARICES
Blood in the vomit. Occurs when blood from the digestive tract mixes with stomach content.
Hematemesis
Blood in the stool. It indicates lower gastrointestinal bleeding, often originating from the colon or rectum
HEMATOCHEZIA
Black tarry stool which is an indication of Upper GI bleeding
MELENA
A physical examination in which a healthcare provider uses a lubricated, gloved finger (digit) to assess the lower part of the rectum and surrounding structures
DIGITAL RECTAL EXAM
A common and direct method to identify the source of bleeding. Uses instruments like an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) for upper gastrointestinal bleeding or colonoscopy for lower gastrointestinal bleeding
ENDOSCOPY
These tests assess the blood’s ability to clot and may be abnormal in the presence of significant bleeding.
PROTHROMBIN TIME
ACTIVATED PARTIAL THROMBOPLASTIN TIME
These tests detect hidden blood in the stool, providing evidence of lower gastrointestinal bleeding
FECAL OCCULT BLOOD TEST
Medical management for GI Bleedinf
NGT -> Gastric lavage
Characterized by a disruption of the mucosal barrier that normally protectsthe stomach tissue from digestive juices
GASTRITIS
Is an inflammation, irritation, or erosion of the lining of the stomach (gastric mucosa)
GASTRITIS
most common form of gastritis
ACUTE GASTRITIS
Form of gastritis wherein inflammation is usually transient and self-limiting in nature
ACUTE GASTRITIS
Form of gastritis that is associated with ingestion of alcohol, aspirin, NSAIDS, caffeine or contaminated food
ACUTE GASTRITIS
Form of gastritis wherein it causes the gastric mucosa to become edematous and hyperemic (congested
with fluid and blood) and to undergo superficial erosion
ACUTE GASTRITIS
Stress-induced gastritis
EROSIVE GASTRITIS
Form of gastritis that can lead to chronic inflammatory changes, and eventually atrophy (or thinning) of the gastric tissue
CHRONIC GASTRITIS
Type of chronic gastritis that is known as Autoimmune Atrophic Gastritis
TYPE A
Type of chronic gastritis that is triggered by physical or psycho-emotional stressors
TYPE A
Type of chronic gastritis that affects the fundus and the body of the stomach
TYPE A GASTRITIS
Type of chronic gastritis also known as Simple Atrophic Gastritis
TYPE B
Type of chronic gastritis that is strongly associated with colonization of the gastric mucosa by H. Pylori
TYPE B