NURS 251

Module 7 7.1: Introduction to Gastroenterology The organs of the upper gastrointestinal tract (mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, and duodenum) work in conjunction to first digest food and then absorb the nutrients obtained from the digested food. Both the stomach and the upper part of the small intestines (duodenum) release hormones and enzymes that help in this process. When food enters the body, the stomach is triggered to begin releasing gastric juices such as hydrochloric acid (HCl...

Module 6 6.1: Introduction to Infectious Diseases Infectious diseases are caused by pathogenic (disease-causing) organisms such as bacteria, fungi, and parasites as well as by viruses. Bacteria are defined as single-celled microorganisms. They can be found virtually everywhere and can either be harmless or very dangerous. This module will focus on the role of antibiotics to eliminate the pathogenic effects brought on by bacteria within a human host. Antibiotics are drugs that have the abi...

Module 5 5.1: Introduction to Pulmonology The main function of the respiratory system is two-fold: (1) to deliver oxygen to the cells of the body and (2) remove carbon dioxide from the body. This is accomplished through the combination of the upper respiratory tract working in communication with the lower respiratory tract. A diagram of the anatomy of the respiratory tract is shown in Figure 5.1. The upper respiratory tract (URT) is outside the chest cavity and includes the nose, and naso...

Module 4 4.1: Introduction to Endocrinology The endocrine system, also referred to as the hormone system, is a series of glands located throughout the body that functions to maintain homeostasis. By modulating the release of chemical messengers (hormones), the endocrine system is able to send signals to regulate organ functions. The endocrine system is unique in that it works through hormones that generally have a longer and slower onset and duration of action. There are actually eight en...

Module 2 2.1: Introduction Nonprescription medications, perhaps more commonly known as over-the-counter (OTC) medications, are medications that are available without a prescription and are available in most cases without restriction. There are a few medications that do not require a prescription but are kept behind the pharmacy counter and ID is required for purchase. An example of this would be any medication containing the decongestant pseudoephedrine. Pseudoephedrine when combines wit...

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