Med Surg Chapter 42

Question 1

describe visceral pain

Answer 1

Poorly defined/localized. generally dull, aching, burning, or cramping

Question 2

describe parietal pain

Answer 2

this occurs when the peritoneum becomes inflamed; steady pain

Question 3

describe referred pain

Answer 3

often seen with gallbladder disease. pain radiates to other areas such as shoulder blades

Question 4

what could clay colored stools indicate

Answer 4

means without bilirubin. could indicate obstructive jaundice or Hepatitis

Question 5

what is steatorrhea

Answer 5

foul smelling stools often seen with chronic pancreatitis

Question 6

what could tea colored urine indicate

Answer 6

problem with liver function

impaired excretion of bilirubin

Question 7

what information should be assessed when patient presents with signs of Hepatitis

Answer 7

ask if patient has had any recent blood tests, transfusions, or donations. Any recent piercings or tattoos

Question 8

define gynecomastia

Answer 8

male breast enlargement

Question 9

How is angiography used

Answer 9

It determines vascular function. looks at blood flow

Question 10

what should be checked before a patient is given contrast for diagnostic testing

Answer 10

allergies to shellfish or iodine

Creatinine to check kidney function

Question 11

describe Menghini’s technique

Answer 11

it is a “blind” biopsy. no scope

Question 12

what tests are done to look at thyroid function

Answer 12

TSH, T3, T4,

cholesterol(elevated in hypothyroidism)

Question 13

what tests are done to look at parathyroid function

Answer 13

calcium, phosphorus, osteocalcin