GI & liver phase Flashcards
what do proton pump inhibitors do?
reducing the secretion of acid into the stomach
The pathway via which ingested food passes through
Esophagus – stomach – duodenum – jejunum – ileum - colon - rectum
which organ has microvilli, villi and plicae?
small intestine
What is primary care? What is secondary care?
GP Hospital
The most common cause of constipation seen in primary care settings is:
dehydration
peptic ulcers are treated with triple therapy what is this?
PPIs 2 antibiotics; amoxicillin and clarithromycin
What is the main function of the small intestine
Chemical digestion of complex fats, proteins and carbohydrates and absorption of their breakdown products specifically fatty acids, amino acids and simple sugars
what does idiopathic mean
no identifiable cause
Gastroenteritis
infection of the GI tract causing inflammation
Cholecystitis
inflammation of the bile duct
Ulcerative colitis
ulceration limited to the large intestine producing abdominal pain, malnutrition, and bloody mucoid diarrhea
A: Oesophagus,
B: Stomach,
C: Liver,
D: Pancreas,
E: Small Intestine,
F: Large Intestine
what does the stomach do
Mechanical breakdown of food into a paste like chyme occurs
The large intestine or colon is principally involved in the:
Absorption of water approx 15 % of ingested water, and fat soluble vitamins e.g. A D E and K
What are the risk factors for peptic ulcer disease? (4)
H.pylori infection
stress
NSAIDS, (ibuprofen)
alchol and smoking
