lower GI- others Flashcards
1
Q
gas indicator?
A
Rarely indicator of major digestive disorder
2
Q
gas treatment, non-drug
A
dietary modifications
- relax, eat slowly, chew thoroughly
- avoid washing down solids with liquids
- stop smoking, gum chewing, frequent sighing, soda, whipped cream, milkshakes (things with a lot of air)
- smaller meals
3
Q
gas treatment, pharm
A
- lactase, A-galactosidase, probiotics
- charcoal and simethicone of questionable efficacy
4
Q
Hroid, dentate line
A
anything dentate line is not innervated, will have no pain
5
Q
Hroid treatment, drugs
A
psyllium, stool softeners
emollients
hydrocortisone
6
Q
Hroid treatment, nondrug
A
prevent constipation (diet)
sitz bath
anal hygeine
7
Q
pinworm treatment
A
pyrantel pamoate
hygiene, launder everything
treat whole family