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Chapter 16
Gastrointestinal
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11/07/2012

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Term
Abd
Definition
Abdomen
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BM
Definition
Bowel movement
Term
BRB
Definition
Bright red blood
Term
Emesis
Definition
Vomiting
Term
GI
Definition
Gastrointestinal
Term
GI Cocktail
Definition
General term for a mixture of liquid antacid, viscous lidocaine, and an anticholinergic primarily used to treat indigestion
Term
Hematemesis
Definition
Vomiting blood
Term
Hematochezia
Definition
Blood in stool
Term
Lithiasis
Definition
Formation of mineral concretions (stones) in the body
Term
Melena
Definition
Black, tarry stool
Term
N/V/D
Definition
Nausia, vomiting, diarrhea
Term
Peritoneal Cavity
Definition
Space between the partial peritoneum and visceral peritoneum, which are the two membranes that separate the organs in the abdominal cavity from the abdominal wall
Term
Post-Tussive Emesis
Definition
Vomiting after cough
Term
BS
Definition
Bowel Sounds - gurgling, rumbling, or growling noises from the abdomen caused by the muscular contractions of peristalsis, the process that moves the contents of the stomach and intestines downward; describes as active, hyperactive, hypoactive, diminished, or absent
Term
Caput Medusae
Definition
Dilated veins seen on the abdomen of a patient with cirrhosis of the liver
Term
Distension
Definition
Sensation of elevated abdominal pressure and volume
Term
Guarding
Definition
Tensing of the abdominal wall muscles to guard inflamed organs within the abdomen from the pain of pressure upon palpation; can be voluntary or involuntary
Term
Hepatomegaly
Definition
Enlargement of the liver
Term
Hepatosplenomegaly
Definition
Enlargement of the liver and spleen
Term
LLQ
Definition
Left lower quadrant
Term
LUQ
Definition
Left upper quadrant
Term
McBurney's Point Tenderness
Definition
Site of extreme sensitivity in acute appendicitis, situated in the normal area of the appendix midway between the umbilicus and the anterior iliac crest right lower quadrant of the abdomen
Term
Murphy's Sign
Definition
Finding associated with acute cholecystitis which causes pain on inspiration when the examiner's fingers are placed on the right upper quadrant at the location of the gallbladder.
Term
Obturator's Sign
Definition
Indication of appendicitis in which the internal rotation of the right leg at the hip and knee causes abdominal discomfort
Term
Psoas Sign
Definition
Indication of appendicitis in which passive extension of the thigh of a patient lying on his side with knees extended causes abdominal pain
Term
Rebound Tenderness
Definition
Pain upon removal of pressure rather than application of pressure to the abdomen
Term
Rectal Exam
Definition
Internal examination of the rectum
Term
Rigidity
Definition
Stiffness of the muscles in the belly area, which can be felt when touched or pressed
Term
RLQ
Definition
Right lower quadrant
Term
Rovsing's Sign
Definition
Indication of acute appendicitis in which pressure on the left lower quadrant of the abdomen causes pain in the right lower quadrant
Term
RUQ
Definition
Right upper quadrant
Term
Anoscopy
Definition
Method to view the anus, anal canal, and lower rectum. Used to diagnose internal hemorrhoids, anal fissures, masses
Term
Appendectomy
Definition
Surgical removal of the appendix
Term
Ascites
Definition
Accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity
Term
C. Diff
Definition
Clostridium Difficile - bacterium that can cause symptoms ranging from diarrhea to life-threatening inflammation of the colon most commonly affecting older adults in hospitals or in long term care facilities and typically occurs after use of antibiotic medications
Term
Cholecystectomy
Definition
Surgical removal of the gallbladder
Term
Cholecystitis
Definition
Inflammation of the gallbladder; gallbladder can often be visualized by a right upper quadrant ultrasound
Term
Cholelithiasis
Definition
Gallstones
Term
Cirrhosis
Definition
Consequence of chronic liver disease characterized by scarring leading to loss of liver function
Term
Colitis
Definition
Swelling (inflammation) of the large intestine (colon)
Term
Colonoscopy
Definition
Endoscopic examination of the large bowel and the distal part of the small bowel with a CCD camera or fiber optic camera on a flexible tube passed through the anus
Term
Colostomy
Definition
Surgical procedure that brings one end of the large intestine out through the abdominal wall causing stools moved through the intestine to drain into a bag
Term
Crohn's Disease
Definition
Type of inflammatory bowel disease that may affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract from mouth to anus, causing a wide variety of symptoms
Term
Diverticulitis
Definition
Small, bulging sacs or pouches of the inner lining of the intestine (diverticulosis)that become inflamed or infected
Term
Diverticulosis
Definition
Condition of having diverticula in the colon, which are out-pocketings of the colonic mucosa and submucosa through weakness of the muscle layers in the colon wall
Term
EGD
Definition
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy - procedure that visualizes the upper part of the gastrointestinal tract up to the duodenum
Term
Enema
Definition
Procedure of introducing liquids into the rectum and colon via the anus often used to treat constipation
Term
Gastritis
Definition
Lining of the stomach becomes inflamed or swollen
Term
Gastroenteritis
Definition
Inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract involving both the stomach and small intestine resulting in diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps
Term
Gastroparesis
Definition
Condition that reduces the ability of the stomach to empty its contents, but there is no blockage (obstruction)
Term
GERD
Definition
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease - stomach acid comes back up from the stomach into the esophagus. Also called acid reflux or heartburn
Term
H. Pylori
Definition
Helicobacter Pylori - bacteria associated with peptic ulcers, gastritis and possibly gastric cancer
Term
Hemorrhoids
Definition
Mass of dilated veins in the anorectal area (internal or external)
Term
Hepatitis C
Definition
Viral disease that leads to swelling (inflammation) of the liver
Term
Hernia
Definition
Sac formed by the lining of the abdominal cavity (peritoneum) that comes through a hole or weak area in the fascia, the strong layer of the abdominal wall that surrounds the muscle
Term
Hydronephrosis
Definition
Swelling of the kidney due to a backup of urine; often detected by renal ultrasound
Term
IBS
Definition
Irritable Bowel Syndrome - functional bowel disorder characterized by chronic abdominal pain, discomfort, bloating, and alteration of the bowel habits
Term
Ileostomy
Definition
Surgical opening constructed by bringing the end or loop of small intestine (the ileum) out onto the surface of the skin
Term
NG Tube
Definition
Nasogastric Tube - a plastic tube inserted through the nose, past the throat, and down into the stomach that is used for feeding, administering drugs, or draining the stomach's contents
Term
OG Tube
Definition
Orogastric Tube - a plastic tube inserted though the mouth, past the throat, and down into the stomach similar to NG tube
Term
Pancreatitis
Definition
Inflammation of the pacreas
Term
Paracentesis
Definition
Procedure involving needle drainage of fluid from peritoneal cavity in the abdomen
Term
PEG Tube
Definition
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrotomy Tube - tube surgically inserted through a small incision in the abdomen into the stomach and is used for long-term enteral nutrition. Also called G-tube
Term
PEG-J Tube
Definition
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrojejunostomy Tube - surgically inserted tube through the abdomen and into the jejunum (the second part of the small intestine). Also called J-tube
Term
SBO
Definition
Small Bowel Obstruction - small intestine becomes partially or totally blocked
Term
Stool Guaiac Test
Definition
Detects hidden (occult) blood in the stool
Term
Varices
Definition
Dilated veins in the distal esophagus or proximal stomach caused by elevated pressure in the portal venous system, typically from cirrhosis
Term
Antacids
Definition
Medication that neutralizes stomach acid
Term
Antiemetic
Definition
Drugs used form the treatment of nausea
Term
H2-Receptor Blockers
Definition
Prevents the release of stomach acid
Term
PPI
Definition
Proton Pump Inhibitors - reduce gastric acid production
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