Inflammation Key Terms NUR3 Flashcards

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The replacement of the normal squamous epithelium with the columnar epithelium, when the healing of the lesion occurs. Occurs in the esophagus due to lesions from acid reflux

A

Barrett epithelium

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The collection of free fluid within the peritoneal cavity caused by increased hydrostatic pressure from portal hypertension.

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Ascites

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A complication of cirrhosis caused by excessive ascitic volume and manifested by dyspnea as a result of intraabdominal pressure, which limits thoracic expansion and diaphragmatic excursion

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Hepatopulmonary Syndrome

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4
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An invasive procedure performed to remove abdominal fluid in patients who have massive ascites.

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Paracentesis

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A major complication of cirrhosis resulting in persistent increase in pressure within the portal vein from 3 mm Hg to at least 10 mm Hg.

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Portal Hypertension

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6
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Fatty stools

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Steatorrhea

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7
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Painful urination

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Dysuria

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Abnormal enlargement of the kidney caused by a blockage of urine lower in the tract and filling of the kidney with urine.

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Hydronephrosis

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An upper gastrointestinal disease caused by the backward flow (reflux) of gastrointestinal contents into the esophagus.

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GERD

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