Unit 5-GI/GU

Question 1

Nausea

Answer 1

Unpleasant, subjective feeling that is accompanied by weakness, diaphoresis and hyper production of saliva. Precedes vomiting.

Question 2

Emesis (Vomiting)

Answer 2

A defense mechanism used by the body to rid itself of toxic substances.

Question 3

Neurotransmitters Involved in Emesis

Answer 3

Dopamine = GI tract and CTZ in Brain
Acetylcholine= VC in brain
Histamine=VC in brain
Prostaglandins=GI Tract
Serotonin=GI tract, CTZ and VC

Question 4

GERD

Answer 4

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Question 5

Helicobacter Pylori

Answer 5

Bacterium found in GI tract of 90% of clients with duodenal ulcers and 70% of those with gastric ulcers

Question 6

Peptic Ulcer

Answer 6

Term used for an ulcer occurring on the esophagus , stomach and duodenum.
Caused by erosion of the GI mucosal lining.

Question 7

Chief Cells

Answer 7

Secrete pepesinogen

Question 8

Parietal Cells

Answer 8

Secrete hydrochloride acid and intrinsic factor

Question 9

Anticholinergics

Answer 9

Propantheline bromide inhibits gastric secretions.

Taken before meal.

Question 10

Antacids

Answer 10

Reduction of pain associated with acid related disorders. Reducing acidity reduces pain

Question 11

Hypokalemia

Answer 11

S&S

Includes weakness, constipation, irregular pulse rate, and overall feeling o lethargy.