module 3 Flashcards
In Crohn’s disease, the anatomic pattern of the disease tends to predict the type and extent of complications. With effective treatment what percentage of people will still have a chronically active disease?
11
IBD affects more than three million Americans. How many new cases of IBD are diagnosed each year?
70,000
IBD is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that cause chronic inflammation of what anatomical area?
Gastrointestinal tract (GI tract)
Which of the following medications is considered the first line of defense against IBD symptoms?
Anti-inflammatory drug
Which of the following statements regarding IBD is true?
The goal of therapy is to reduce symptoms and achieve and maintain remission.
Immune system suppressors, or immunomodulators, work in a variety of ways to prevent the immune system from attacking the bowel. Which of the following is a common immune system suppressor medication?
Azathioprine
IBD affects more than three million Americans. Each year, IBD accounts for how many hospitalizations?
100,000
The two most common forms of IBD are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Which of the following statements is true about ulcerative colitis?
Ulcerative colitis has inflammation that is present only in the innermost layer of the colonic lining.
Which of the following is NOT a complication of ulcerative colitis?
fluid overload
Which of the following statements is NOT true about IBD
When there is little or no signs of inflammation, the individual is considered symptomatic.
Endoscopic procedures help confirm a diagnosis of IBD, along with imaging studies. Which type of endoscopic procedure is helpful to view the duodenum?
Upper endoscopy
Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding IBD symptoms?
Constipation may occur when parts of the bowel cannot reabsorb water.
Which of the following statements is true regarding IBD symptoms?
IBD can cause problems such as skin, joint, and eye inflammation.
Anti-inflammatory drugs decrease inflammation in the GI tract. Which of the following is considered a biologic therapy?
TNF alpha inhibitors
Other medications and supplements may be recommended to relieve a patient’s signs and symptoms. These medications may which of the following?
Keyword there are 3
All of the above Answers: a. Fiber supplement b. Tylenol c. Iron supplement
Endoscopic procedures help confirm a diagnosis of IBD, along with imaging studies. Which type of endoscopic procedure is helpful in viewing the large intestine in cases of severe inflammation?
Flexible sigmoidoscopy
Surgery will not cure Crohn’s disease. The benefits are usually temporary, and the disease often recurs. What percentage of people with Crohn’s will require surgery at some point?
50
Endoscopic procedures help confirm a diagnosis of IBD, along with imaging studies. Which type of endoscopic procedure uses an “inchworm” process to view the small intestines?
Balloon-assisted enteroscopy
Which of the following pain relievers may be recommended for mild pain experienced with IBD?
Tylenol
Craig goes to his doctor and has signs and symptoms that are common with IBD. What might his doctor tell him to do to reduce the flares he is experiencing?
Decrease his coffee consumption.
Certain foods and beverages can aggravate a patient’s sign and symptoms. Which of the following is NOT recommended to reduce flares?
Increase dairy products
