Chrohn's Disease Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
Crohn’s disease is
A
inflammation of the bowels
2
Q
Can crohn’s disease be cured with surgery
A
No, symptoms frequently will reoccur
3
Q
Crohn’s disease affects the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus? T/F
A
True
4
Q
What are symptoms of Crohn’s
A
Abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss
5
Q
Excessive diarrhea will cause which electrolyte imbalance
A
Hypokalemia
6
Q
What foods should be avoided and why
A
Dairy, high fiber - will worsen diarrhea
7
Q
Crohn’s disease can lead to which cancer
A
Colon
8
Q
Treatment for crohn’s
A
Drugs and nutrition to reduce inflammation
9
Q
What is the client at risk for with crohn’s?
A
Malnutrition
malabsorption
dehydration
10
Q
Anticipated orders for crohns
A
TPN if high grade blockage of the instestines or fistula is present
anti-inflammation meds - aminosalicylates
