session 5 digestive system in aging Flashcards
(44 cards)
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Age-Related Changes in mouth
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Age-Related Changes in Esophagus & Stomach
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Age-Related Changes in colon
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Constipation
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Fecal Impaction
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Hiatal Hernia
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Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)
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Oral Health Issues
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Esophageal & Stomach Cancer
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Nutrition in Older Adults
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Health Conditions Impacting Nutrition:
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Age-Related Changes in GI system
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Urethritis
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Cystitis (UTI)
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Interstitial Cystitis
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Prostatitis
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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
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Bladder Cancer
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Cystocele & Rectocele
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Uterine Prolapse
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Diagnostics of GI system
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Assessment
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Interventions
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- Which of the following is NOT an age-related change to the digestive system?
a) Decreased gastric motility
b) Increased production of hydrochloric acid
c) Loss of taste buds
d) Thinning of stomach walls
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b) Increased production of hydrochloric acid
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2. What condition is characterized by hardened stool accumulation in the rectum?
→ Short Answer:
Fecal impaction
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3. What is the most common cause of peptic ulcer disease in older adults?
a) Stress
b) Spicy food
c) Helicobacter pylori infection
d) Food allergies
c) Helicobacter pylori infection
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4. Which complication of constipation may cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure?
→ Short Answer:
Valsalva maneuver (can lead to hypotension or cardiac complications)
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5. What is a common symptom of a hiatal hernia?
a) Increased appetite
b) Regurgitation and heartburn
c) Diarrhea
d) Fever
b) Regurgitation and heartburn
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6. What dental condition can increase risk for aspiration pneumonia?
→ Short Answer:
Poor oral hygiene/periodontal disease
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7. Which of the following nutritional needs increases in older adults?
a) Sodium
b) Calories
c) Vitamin D
d) Cholesterol
c) Vitamin D
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8. What are two health conditions that may impair adequate nutrition in older adults?
→ Short Answer:
Examples: dementia, dysphagia, cancer, chronic illnesses (e.g., diabetes, CVD), depression
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9. Which is a normal age-related urinary change?
a) Incontinence in all older adults
b) Increased nephrons
c) Nocturia
d) Improved bladder control
c) Nocturia
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10. What is the most common pathogen causing cystitis in older adults?
→ Short Answer:
E. coli
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11. Which urinary condition is characterized by chronic pelvic pain and urinary frequency without infection?
a) Cystitis
b) Urethritis
c) Interstitial cystitis
d) UTI
c) Interstitial cystitis
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12. Name two common symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
→ Short Answer:
Examples: weak urine stream, post-void dribbling, urinary retention, nocturia
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13. What is the first-line pharmacologic treatment for BPH?
a) Corticosteroids
b) Beta-blockers
c) Alpha-blockers like Tamsulosin
d) Antibiotics
c) Alpha-blockers like Tamsulosin
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14. What diagnostic test visually examines the bladder?
a) Renal ultrasound
b) KUB x-ray
c) Cystoscopy
d) Creatinine clearance
c) Cystoscopy
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15. What structural problem occurs when the bladder bulges into the vaginal wall?
→ Short Answer:
Cystocele
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16. Which degree of uterine prolapse involves the uterus protruding completely outside the vaginal opening?
a) First degree
b) Second degree
c) Third degree
d) Partial prolapse
c) Third degree
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17. What diagnostic test is used to measure how well kidneys filter blood?
→ Short Answer:
Creatinine clearance
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18. A patient with difficulty swallowing and risk of aspiration should be assessed for what condition?
a) Peptic ulcer
b) Gastritis
c) Dysphagia
d) Esophageal cancer
Dysphagia
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19. What are two nursing interventions to help prevent constipation in older adults?
→ Short Answer:
Examples: encourage fiber-rich diet, increase hydration, promote physical activity, establish regular toileting routine
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20. Why is oral hygiene especially important in institutionalized older adults?
→ Short Answer:
Prevents malnutrition, dehydration, aspiration pneumonia, systemic infections, and promotes overall health
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