Ranges
A normal range for WBC count
4,500 - 11,000
Ultrasongraphy is better then CT for..
What is Gastritis?
disruption of mucosal barrier that protects stomach tissue
what is peptic ulcer disease?
erosion of mucous membrane
BUN range in females
This test is a nuclear med test that shows gallbladder constriction and movement of bile
What is the worst case scenario with gastritis
cell dysplasia = cancer!, or peritonitis
How long should treatment with PPIs last?
4-8 weeks
pain 2-3 hours after eating
duodenal
A normal potassium range
What is 3.5-5.0
A breath test can diagnosis ...
Lactose/fructose intolerance and H. pylori infection
melena, henatochezia,hematemesis, BRBPR
What are s/s of PUD? (2)
gawning pain in midepigastrum, heartburn
hypochlorhydria (low acid production)
gastric
A normal magnesium range
what is 1.5-2.5
How long will it take for a gastroscopy?
10-15 minutes
What are two medications for management?
PPI (protonix), Histamine 2 receptor antagonist (pepcid)
What are risk factors (4)
traumatic events, alcohol, chronic use of NSAIDs, physiological stress
eating may provide relief
duodenal
what is 10-20 mg/dL
What is the difference between MRCP and ERCP?
MRCP is an MRI, ERCP is a scope
What can cause gastritis?
NSAID use, malignat ulcers, cell dysplasia, smoking, alcohol
What are important psychological stressors that can cause PUD? (7)
hypotension, shock, TBI, burns, steroids, mech vent., coagulopathy
perforation (which can = peritonitis = hard belly)
duodenal