GI/GU/OB Flashcards
Small bowel obstructions cause:
Metabolic alkalosis due to vomiting
Severe fluid electrolyte loss (low sodium)
Most common causes of acute pancreatitis are
Chronic alcohol abuse and biliary tract disfunction
When does pain start for peptic ulcers
2-3 hours after eating
Food must reach duodenum
When does pain start for gastric ulcers
20-30 min after eating
Why is sickle cell related to priapism
Free hemoglobin binds to nitric acid, so it cannot cause muscle relaxation and vasodilation like it is supposed to
What is required for each TWIST score
1-5 require immediate US
6 requires surgery
What is Fitz-Hugh-Curtis
Violin string adhesion due to inflammation of Glissons capsule, usually caused by PID from chlamydia/gonorrhea
What are risk factors for ovarian cancer
History of infertility treatment, tubal ligation, Tamoxifen
What is the Kleihauer-Bete test
Calculates concentration of hemoglobin in mothers blood to calculate correct rhogam amount
What has painless bright red bleeding, often in 3rd trimester
Placenta Previa
What will urine show in pre-eclampsia
Proteinuria
What does HELLP stand for
Hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, low platelets
What is a good beta blocker for preeclampsia
Labetalol- has alpha qualities
What are some concerns in hypermedia gravida and when does it occur
1st trimester
Acidosis
Esophageal-gastric tear
Dehydration
What could ketones in urine in pregnant female indicate
Dehydration or preterm labor
