Pathophysiology
Caused by an opening in the diaphragm that allows the stomach to become displaced through the opening.
What is a hiatal hernia?
This group of medications can cause hypercalcemia.
What are antacids?
This procedure treats fluid overload for a client with ascites.
What is a paracentesis?
Manifestations include flu-like symptoms, low-grade fever, and jaundice
What is viral hepatitis?
A client with this GI condition should follow a low salt diet.
What is ascites?
Most commonly caused by H. pylori bacteria
What is peptic ulcer disease?
This medication accelerates gastric emptying.
What is metoclopramide?
A client with severe chronic pancreatitis will require this treatment due to problems with digestion.
What is a total parenteral nutrition?
Manifestations include fluid-wave and hypoalbuminemia
What is ascites?
A client with this condition should avoid citrus fruits and caffeine.
What is GERD/gastritis/peptic ulcer disease
This condition is indicated when amylase and lipase levels are elevated in the blood.
What is pancreatitis?
This medication is recommended to treat fluid overload in a client with ascites.
What is spironolactone?
This treatment is needed for a client with esophageal varices who suddenly becomes hypotensive and tachycardic.
What is a blood transfusion?
Manifestations include RUQ pain and abdominal distention that worsens after a large meal.
What is cholecystitis/cholelithiasis?
What is a cholecystectomy?
What is liver cirrhosis?
This medication treats hepatic encephalopathy.
What is lactulose?
A client with this disorder should lie flat after meals and restrict fluids in between meals.
What is dumping syndrome?
Manifestations include esophagitis, dyspepsia, and dental erosion
What is GERD?
A client with this condition should be NPO until lab values improve.
What is pancreatitis?
Condition that, when chronic, can cause a vitamin B12 deficiency.
What is gastritis?
This medication is given with meals to clients with chronic pancreatitis.
What is pancrelipase?
What is a vitamin B12 injection?
Manifestations include burning epigastric pain relieved by eating, belching, and vomitng.
What is peptic ulcer disease?
What is liver cirrhosis?