PRN1178 CCC2 Exam 2
1. GERD causes, prevention, diet, and meds
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic condition where stomach acid
consistently flows back into the esophagus... Abnormalities in the Esophagus.
CAUSES:
Obesity
Smoking
Pregnancy
Spicy or acidic foods, caffeine, alcohol, and citrus fruits
Hiatal Hernia,
Weak Lower Esophageal Sphincter,
PREVENTION: Elevate the head of bed
Quit Smoking and Alcohol,
Smaller Meals & Weigh Loss
Avoid Eating Before Bed.
DIET: Whole Grains, Low-Acid Foods, Lean Proteins, low-fat or fat-free dairy products.
MEDICATIONS: Antacids,
PPI(Proton Pump Inhibitors),
H2 Blockers,
Prokinetics.
, 2. BRAT diet
B = Bananas
R = Rice
A = Applesauce
T = Toast
**This may be suggested for patients with GI upsets, Vomiting, Diarrhea.
3. S&S esophageal Cancer
tumor developed in the esophagus, the muscular tube that connects the throat to the
stomach
progressive dysphagia
regurgitation of foods
foul breath
persistent cough
weight loss,
anorexia,
pain
4. Risk factors for gastric cancer
alcohol,
genetics,
H. pylori infection,
chronic inflammatory issue
5. 3 body systems can compensate in a blood gas
1. GERD causes, prevention, diet, and meds
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic condition where stomach acid
consistently flows back into the esophagus... Abnormalities in the Esophagus.
CAUSES:
Obesity
Smoking
Pregnancy
Spicy or acidic foods, caffeine, alcohol, and citrus fruits
Hiatal Hernia,
Weak Lower Esophageal Sphincter,
PREVENTION: Elevate the head of bed
Quit Smoking and Alcohol,
Smaller Meals & Weigh Loss
Avoid Eating Before Bed.
DIET: Whole Grains, Low-Acid Foods, Lean Proteins, low-fat or fat-free dairy products.
MEDICATIONS: Antacids,
PPI(Proton Pump Inhibitors),
H2 Blockers,
Prokinetics.
, 2. BRAT diet
B = Bananas
R = Rice
A = Applesauce
T = Toast
**This may be suggested for patients with GI upsets, Vomiting, Diarrhea.
3. S&S esophageal Cancer
tumor developed in the esophagus, the muscular tube that connects the throat to the
stomach
progressive dysphagia
regurgitation of foods
foul breath
persistent cough
weight loss,
anorexia,
pain
4. Risk factors for gastric cancer
alcohol,
genetics,
H. pylori infection,
chronic inflammatory issue
5. 3 body systems can compensate in a blood gas
