GALLBLADDER, LIVER, PANCREAS Flashcards
1
Q
When stones lodge in the common bile duct, the pt has __
A
choledocolithiasis
2
Q
Factors that are associated with Cholelithiasis and Cholecystitis include (7)
A
- hemolytic disease
- surgical tx of Crohn’s
- rapid weight loss or starvation
- multiple pregnancies, hormone replacement
- major trauma
- burns
- cardiac surgery
3
Q
S/S of Acute Cholecystitis (6)
A
- Acute pain
- Fever
- Anorexia
- Nausea, Vomiting
- Dehydration
- Mild Jaundice
4
Q
Symptoms of Chronic Cholecystitis (4)
A
- Indigestion
- Flatulence
- Nausea after fatty foods
- Intermittent pain (referred to back)
5
Q
5 Main types of Hepatitis
A
A, B, C, D, E
6
Q
Hepatitis is treated by (3)
A
- Rest
- Low-fat diet
- Avoid hepatotoxic substances
7
Q
S/S: Liver Disorders (10)
A
- Fatigue, Weakness
- Anorexia
- Abd Pain
- Nausea, Vomiting
- Skin rashes, Itching
- Fever
- Dark Urine, light stools
- Peripheral edema
- Bruising
- Jaundice
8
Q
Chronic inflammation causes __ and __ of the liver cells
A
fibrosis and cirrhosis
9
Q
Diagnosis of Cirrhosis (4)
A
- Liver biopsy
- LFTs
- PT
- Albumin levels
10
Q
2 Complications of Cirrhosis
A
- Bleeding esophageal varices
2. Hepatic encephalopathy
11
Q
3 Therapies used to treat Cancer
A
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation
- Ablation
12
Q
Symptoms of Acute Pancreatitis (2)
A
- Acute, steady pain in Epicastrium or LUQ
2. Lipase and Amylase are elevated
13
Q
Treatment of Acute Pancreatitis (4)
A
- Pain control
- Reduce secretions
- Restore fluid & electrolyte balance
- Tx of Complications (shock, diabetes)
14
Q
Chronic Pancreatitis is related to __
A
alcoholism
15
Q
S/S of Pancreatic Cancer (4)
A
- Weight loss
- Anorexia
- Vomiting
- Signs of dysfunction
