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Adult Health 2 Exam 2
Ampicillin and Amoxicillin
- Mechanism
- Aminopenicillin
- Broad Spectrum Penicillin
- Indications
- Gram-Positive and Some Gram-Negative Infections
- Side Effects
- Rash
- Diarrhea
- Considerations
- No Effect Against Staph Aureus
- Often combined with Beta Lactamase Inhibitor
- Allergic Reaction
2 mins
Appendicitis Assessment
- Mechanism
- Obstruction of Appendix
- Signs and Symptoms
- Periumbilical Pain
- RLQ Pain
- Nausea/Vomiting/Anorexia
- Increased White Blood Cells
- Rebound Tenderness
- Fever
- Complications
- Peritonitis
- Sepsis
2 mins
Appendicitis Interventions
- Treatment
- Appendectomy
- Preoperative Care
- Antibiotics
- IV Fluids
- No Enema or Laxative
- Postoperative Care
- Semi-Fowler's Position
- Nasogastric Tube
- Diet as Tolerated
- Pain Management
- Early Ambulation
2 mins
Chlamydia
- Mechanism
- Chlamydia trachomatis
- Assessment
- May Be Asymptomatic
- Dysuria
- Epididymitis
- Discharge
- Dyspareunia
- Interventions
- Doxycycline
- Azithromycin
- No Intercourse for 1 Week
- Treat Partners
2 mins
Cimetidine and Famotidine (H2 Receptor Blockers)
- -tidine Suffix
- Mechanism
- H2 Receptor Blocker
- Indications
- Suppress Gastric Acid Secretion
- Side Effects (All)
- Pneumonia
- Side Effects - Cimetidine
- Anti-androgen Effects
- CNS Changes
2 mins
Colorectal Cancer Assessment
- 3rd Most Common Cancer
- Assessment
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Obstruction
- Rectal Bleeding
- Anemia
- Weight Loss
- Ascites
- Considerations
- Colonoscopy
- FOBT and FIT
2 mins
Crohn's Disease Assessment
- Diarrhea
- 5-6 per day
- Cramping Abdominal Pain
- Fever
- Weight Loss
- Malabsorption
- Anemia
- Complications
- Obstruction
- Fistulas
2 mins
Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis Assessment
- Diverticulosis
- Outpouching
- Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Diverticula
- Assessment
- Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Distention
- Flatulence
- Fever
- Rectal Bleeding
- Alternating Constipation and Diarrhea
- Considerations
- Peritonitis
2 mins
Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis Interventions
- Interventions
- High Fiber Diet
- Reduce Intra-abdominal Pressure
- Stool Softeners
- Exercise
- Anticholinergics
- Considerations
- Antibiotics
- Bowel Resection
2 mins
Enema Administration
- Types
- Tap Water/Soapsuds
- Normal Saline
- Hypertonic Solution
- Medication
- Oil Retention
- Administration
- Procedure Education
- Wear PPE
- Put Patient in Sims Position
- Insert Tip
- Start Flow Slowly
- Stop With Discomfort
- Potential for Vagus Response
2 mins
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Assessment
- Pathophysiology
- Relaxed Lower Esophageal Sphincter
- Signs and Symptoms
- Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
- Belching
- Nighttime Coughing
- Dysphagia
- Epigastric Pain
- Regurgitation
- Heartburn (Pyrosis)
- Globus
2 mins
Hernia Interventions
- Reduce Intra Abdominal Pressure
- Avoid Straining and Lifting
- Open Mouth Sneezing
- Excision
- Herniorrhaphy
- Hernioplasty
- Consideration
- Scrotal Support
1 min
Intestinal Obstruction
- Partial/Early Obstruction
- Severe Abdominal Pain
- Vomiting
- High Pitched Bowel Sounds
- Abdominal Distention
- Increased Peristalsis
- Total/Neurogenic Obstruction
- Absent Bowel Sounds
- Paralytic Ileus
1 min
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Assessment
- Abdominal Pain
- Relieved by Defecation
- Alternating Diarrhea and Constipation
- Fatigue
- Excessive Flatulence
- Sensation of Incomplete Evacuation
- Considerations
- Stressors
- Food Intolerances
- More Common in Women
- Rule Out Other Disorders
2 mins
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Interventions
- Interventions
- Identify Triggers
- Increase Fiber Intake
- Probiotics
- Anticholinergics
- Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
- Loperamide
- Linaclotide
- Medications for Women
- Tegaserod (Zelnorm)
- Lubiprostone (Amitiza)
- Alosetron (Lotronex)
2 mins
Large Intestine
- Characteristics
- Colon
- Electrolyte Reabsorption
- Water Reabsorption
- Microflora Produce Vitamins
- Rectum Stores Feces
1 min
Mumps (Parotitis)
- Mechanism
- Paramyxovirus
- Signs and Symptoms
- Fever
- Headache
- Earache
- Orchitis
- Pain and Swelling of Parotid Glands
- Considerations
- MMR Vaccination
1 min
Omeprazole (Prilosec)
- "-prazole" Suffix
- Indications
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Mechanism
- Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)
- Inhibit H+/K+/ATPase
- Side Effects
- Hip Fracture
- Pneumonia
2 mins
Pancreatin, Pancrelipase (Pancreatic Enzymes)
- Mechanism
- Pancreatic Enzymes
- Indications
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Pancreatic Insufficiency
- Side Effects
- GI Distress
- Considerations
- Inactivated by Gastric Acid
- 24 Hour Fat Excretion
- Take with Every Meal and Snack
2 mins
Peptic Ulcer Disease Assessment
- Mechanism/Cause
- Helicobacter Pylori
- Increased Stomach Acid
- Assessment
- Abdominal Pain
- Heartburn (Pyrosis)
- Melena
- Weight Changes
- GI Distress
- Considerations
- Most Commonly in Duodenum
- Duodenal: Pain Relieved by Eating
- Gastric: Pain Caused by Eating
2 mins
