BIO-322 Pathophysiology Exam 4 Practice Case Studies Q&A

Isaiah is a 38-year-old male who tells his primary caretaker of the continuity of his condition that he has suffered from for the past years. When asked where he experiences his pain, he points to his LLQ. From background information, it is learned that he is of Ashkenazi Jewish descent and that his father and grandfather both suffered from the same condition. During previous visits he had a colonoscopy which revealed continuous lesions primarily in his rectum, sigmoid and descending colon. Which condition is Isaiah experiencing? A. Irritable Bowel Syndrome B. Ulcerative Colitis C. Celiac Disease D. Diverticulitis B. Ulcerative Colitis 2. A 55-year-old male patient visits his PCP complaining of upper abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. When asked about when he experiences his pain, he states that his pain is worse a few hours after he eats. He also states that his stools have been dark, almost black. His PCP states that he likely has a peptic ulcer and recommends an endoscopy. Based on his history, where is the likely location of his peptic ulcer? A. Esophagus B. Stomach C. Duodenum D. Sigmoid colon E. Ileum C. Duodenum Based on the patient above, what is the most common cause of a peptic ulcer? A. Chronic NSAID use B. Alcohol C. Stress D. Helicobacter pylori D. Helicobacter Pylori Andy is a 54-year-old male who weighs 297 lbs. He was rushed into the emergency room after experiencing excruciating pain in his lower abdomen. For the past two weeks, he has been experiencing diarrhea, but he thought it was due to eating four Crunch Wrap Supremes and three Beefy Frito Burritos, and a Diet Coke from Taco Bell. Andy explained to the medical professional that he has not had a colonoscopy. Upon examination, he had a fever of 102.3 degrees Fahrenheit and palpation of his abdomen revealed increased pain and guarding over the LLQ. A CBC and CT were ordered. The CBC concluded that he had an increase in WBC's and the CT scan showcased both paracolic and colonic inflammation. When analyzing the medical tests conducted, Andy most likely has? A. Crohn's Disease B. Diverticulitis C. IBS D. Diverticulosis B. Diverticulitis