UGI + SBS Flashcards
1
Q
main concern for geriatric pt’s during UGI
A
dehydration; monitor closely and perform early in am so can get back to normal fluid/dietary intake
2
Q
purpose of UGI
A
to study form & f(x) of dist. esophagus, stomach and duodenum
3
Q
length of duodenum?
A
10”
4
Q
appearance of duodenum?
A
C-loop, largest diameter
5
Q
length of jejunum?
A
8 ft
6
Q
appearance of jejunum?
A
coiled-spring/feathery
7
Q
length of ileum?
A
15 ft
8
Q
appearance of ileum?
A
few indentations, smallest diameter
9
Q
kVp for SBS?
A
100-110 kV
10
Q
kVp for SBS w gastroview?
A
80-90 kV
11
Q
“romance of the stomach”
A
head of pancreas in C-loop of duodenum
