Exam 2: NUR2063/ NUR 2063 (New 2023/ 2024 Update) Essentials of Pathophysiology Exam Review |Modules 4-6| Complete Guide with Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Rasmussen

Exam 2: NUR2063/ NUR 2063 (New 2023/ 2024 Update) Essentials of Pathophysiology Exam Review |Modules 4-6| Complete Guide with Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Rasmussen QUESTION what is the pathogenesis of peptic ulcers? Answer: lesions in lining of stomach or duodenum that develop when imbalances occur between too much acid and reduction in protective mechanisms QUESTION what is the etiology of peptic ulcers? Answer: 1. H, pylori 2. advancing age 3. NSAIDS 4. gastric tumors 5. stress 6. smoking 7. ETOH 8. stress ulcers QUESTION what are stress ulcers? Answer: stress from burns, trauma, surgery, head injury QUESTION what are the clinical manifestations of duodenal peptic ulcers? Answer: 1. epigastric pain relieved with food 2. pain, cramping, heartburn, indigestion, chest pain, N/V, dark/tarry stool, fatigue, weight loss QUESTION what are the clinical manifestations of gastric peptic ulcers? Answer: 1. epigastric pain worsened by eating 2. pain, cramping, heartburn, indigestion, chest pain, N/V, dark/tarry stool, fatigue, weight loss QUESTION how do you diagnose peptic ulcers? Answer: 1. H&P 2. x-ray 3. EGD 4. serum H. pylori/breath test 5. stool analysis QUESTION what are treatment implications for peptic ulcers? Answer: 1. same as gastritis 2. surgery for bleeding ulcers 3. prophylactic meds for those at risk for stress ulcers QUESTION What does the liver do? Answer: It produces bile which neutralises stomach acid and emulsifies fat QUESTION What does the gallbladder do? Answer: stores and concentrates bile QUESTION What does the pancreas do? Answer: secretes bicarb to neutralize stomach contant - pancreatic juice digests carbs, fats, proteins QUESTION What is Chloelithiasis? Answer: gallstones QUESTION what is the pathogenesis of chloelithiasis? Answer: 1. calculi from gallbladder or nearby ducts leads to inflammation or infection 2. large stones can cause obstructions that can lead to gallbladder rupture, gangrene, and death