Med Surg II Exam 1
Med Surg II Exam 1 Structures of the Lower GI tract Duodenum High alkaline, breakdown of cholesterol Pancreas releases breakdown enzymes Liver and biliary systems produce bile, metabolizes protein carbs and fats, vitamins and cholesterol are stored, detoxification of bacteria Jejunum and ileum absorbs dietary folic acid (jejunum) Ileum- increase of lymphoid cells Main areas of obstruction Cecum and appendix appendix exits from the cecum, there's no job for the appendix Colon 4.9 ft long, reabsorbs liquid, most bacteria Rectum and anus control of feces Small Intestine Folic acid produces RBCs, enhances appetite, Foods ▪ Beans, banana, dark green leafy, shellfish and liver Cobalamin Iron Fat-soluble vitamins Hormones and neurotransmitters Absorption of fat, carbohydrates, and proteins Diet for swallowing disorders Mechanical soft Include bread, hot cereal, ready-to-eat cereal soaked in milk, canned fruit, soft cooked vegetables, juice, scrambled eggs, ground meat, cooked beans, cooked peas, cottage cheese, yogurt without fruit, custards, puddings, cream soups and noodles. Acute Abdomen Epidemiology Very common with many causes Elderly Etiology
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Med Surg
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med surg ii exam 1 structures of the lower gi tract duodenum high alkaline
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breakdown of cholesterol pancreas releases breakdown enzymes liver and biliary systems produce bile