Gi disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Hematemesis
A
Vomiting blood
2
Q
Melena
A
Dark stool, tar like appearance. Indicates blood in stool.
3
Q
AKA diffuse pain. Vague, dull, cramping pain
A
Visceral Pain
4
Q
Upper gi tract
A
mouth to stomach
5
Q
Lower gi tract
A
intestines to anus
6
Q
Gastroenteritis vs. Gastritis
A
Gastroenteritis - inflammation of stomach and intestines
Gastritis - stomach inflammation only
7
Q
Appendicitis
A
Inflammation of the appendix
8
Q
Erosion from gastric acid along the GI tract, often referred to as “stomach ulcer.” Can be seen in patients under high stress in mid-life.
A
peptic ulcer
9
Q
Inflammation of small sacs or pouches that line the intestines
A
Diverticulitis
10
Q
Cholecystitis
A
inflammation of the gall bladder
