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2 symptoms in severe form of pancreatitis - ANSWER-Edema and necrosis
2 tests for peptic ulcers - ANSWER-Barium swallow test or endoscopy
3 tests for esophagitis - ANSWER-CBC, ECG, and Endoscopy
5 types of Hepatitis - ANSWER-A, B, C, D, & E
Appendicitis - ANSWER-Inflammation of appendix
Appendicitis occurs when - ANSWER-Fecaliths/parasites or bacteria block up the
appendix causing inflammation
Are GI obstructions the same as a foreign body? - ANSWER-No
Autoimmune response can also trigger hepatitis thanks to a - ANSWER-Foreign body in
the liver
Can diseases, lifestyle, and drinking cause hepatitis? - ANSWER-Yes, it can scar the
liver
Can peritonitis come back? - ANSWER-Yes (if not treated quickly)
Can some hernias be visibly seen? - ANSWER-Yes
Causes of hepatitis - ANSWER-Contaminated water, fecal contact, sex, drug/needle
use, or perinatal transmission
Cholecystitis - ANSWER-Inflammation of the gallbladder due to cystic duct blockage by
gallstones
Cirrhosis occurs when - ANSWER-Scar tissue develops over the liver. Lipids store into
cells throughout the body
Crohn's disease - ANSWER-Type of IBD in the small intestine
Diagnostic test for Esophageal Varices - ANSWER-Endoscopy
Diet offered to someone with a hernia - ANSWER-High fiber
, Diverticulitis - ANSWER-Inflammation of the diverticula (sacs/pouches) in large intestine
Duodenal Ulcer - ANSWER-Ulcer that forms on top of small intestine or duodenum
Esophageal Varices - ANSWER-Swollen constricted veins in the lining of the
esophagus when there's hypertension in the liver
Esophagitis - ANSWER-inflammation of the lining of the esophagus
Foreign body - ANSWER-Swallowing something inedible
Gastritis - ANSWER-Inflammation of the stomach lining
Gastroenteritis occurs when - ANSWER-The GI system is irritated by a foreign body,
Norovirus, or bacteria from tainted water/food
GI obstructions are caused by what? - ANSWER-The body's own tissues or organic
compounds
GI obstructions especially ones that hemorrhage or cause necrosis require surgery,
known as a: - ANSWER-Colectomy
GI trauma - ANSWER-Penetration injury from stabbing, GSW, or blunt force injury from
car wreck
GI trauma assessment requires full patient history to - ANSWER-Determine how injury
occurred and treatment plan
GI trauma can cause - ANSWER-Hemorrhage, tachycardia, and hypotension
Granulomas - ANSWER-Inflammatory cells that trigger the effects of Crohn's disease
Hep A treatment - ANSWER-Bed rest, hydration, vaccine
Hep B treatment - ANSWER-Antivirals and vaccine
Hep C treatment - ANSWER-Antivirals and possible liver transplant
Hep D treatment - ANSWER-Vaccine for Hep B to prevent this from happening
Hep E treatment - ANSWER-May resolve on its own like Hep A. Rest, hydration, and
special monitoring for women that are pregnant
Hepatitis - ANSWER-Inflammation of the liver from a virus
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