GI
A chronic symptom of mucosal damage caused by reflux of stomach acid
(full name)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Adults should consume this amount of fluids daily (in milliliters)
2,000-3,000 ml
This gland is called the "master gland" because it regulates many body functions.
Pituitary Gland
This medication is commonly used to treat GERD in the pediatric population and adults.
Omeprazole
What test gives a direct visualization to diagnose ulcers and obtain a biopsy to test for H. pylori?
Upper Endoscopy or Endoscopy
Pain at McBurney's point and rebound tenderness are classic signs of what diagnosis?
Appendicitis
MyPlate divides food into these five main groups
Grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and protein
Surgical removal of the pituitary gland is called what?
Hypophysectomy
This cytoprotective drug coats the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum, and should be taken on an empty stomach.
Sucralfate
This diagnostic compares weight to height and is used to classify underweight, unhealthy weight, overweight, and obesity
Body Mass Index (BMI)
A congenital birth defect where intraabdominal contents are herniated through the umbilical cord, covered by the peritoneal sac
Omphalocele
Name two social determinants of health that can contribute to malnutrition
Pollutants
Limited options for food in community
Limited transportation methods
Unstable living situation
Economic stability
Access to healthy food options
No access
Literacy/education level
The anterior pituitary secretes this hormone to stimulate the thyroid gland
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
The most common medication used to treat hypothyroidism is this.
Levothyroxine
This test measures thyroid activity and destroys some of the hormone-producing cells
What is radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy
A surgical procedure that reduces reflux and enhances the lower esophageal sphincter function
Nissen and Toupet Fundoplicaiton
In Hispanic/Latina culture, foods are often classified as these two types for healing purposes
Hot and cold foods
Excess cortisol secretion leads to this condition
This medication is used to treat constipation with IBS
Linaclotide
Which diagnostic test is used to visualize strictures, hiatal hernia, or structural abnormalities in the esophagus?
Barium Swallow
LLQ pain, fever, bloating, and changes in bowel habits point to which condition?
Diverticulitis
This is a serious complication after bariatric surgery. It can be life-threatening. Symptoms can include increasing back, shoulder, abd pain, restlessness, tachycardia, and oliguria.
Anastomotic Leak
This life-threatening condition occurs when excess thyroid hormones are released suddenly.
Thyroid Storm or Acute Thyrotoxicosis
This synthetic form of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) is used to treat diabetes insipidus
Desmopressin (DDAVP)
This test helps differentiate neurogenic from nephrogenic diabetes insipidus
Vasopressin Test