CH18 GI System & Related Care for PCTs

Front

Which of the following is involved in digestion? Dopamine, Oxytocin, Blood plasma, Saliva

Back

Saliva

Front

What is peristalsis?

Back

Involuntary contractions that help move food into the stomach

Front

What role do the liver and pancreas play in digestion?

Back

They secrete enzymes that are needed for digestion.

Front

What is the most common symptom of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

Back

Heartburn

Front

What 2 illnesses are forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?

Back

Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis

Front

Constipation is often first treated by

Back

Increasing fiber, fluid intake, and activity level

Front

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is caused by

Back

Problems in communication between the nervous and digestive systems

Front

A provider may order an enema

Back

Before a patient has surgery

Front

What is the most common role for a PCT related to enemas?

Back

Positioning the patient and assisting the nurse

Front

Which of the following may be detected with an ova and parasites test? Worms and amoebas, Occult blood, Colon polyps, Malnutrition

Back

Worms and amoebas