GI Disorders MCN Notes

The purpose of the lecture is to compare the differences in the anatomy and physiology of the GI system in children versus __________.

Adults.

Common medications and treatments used to manage pediatric GI disorders include __________.

Medications and other treatments.

Nursing assessments for GI illnesses in children include health history, growth patterns, and __________.

Dietary concerns.

There are several common GI illnesses, including cleft lip and palate, __________, hypertrophic pyloric stenosis, and gastroesophageal reflux.

Dehydration.

Infants have a greater proportion of body water up to __________ years of age.

2.

One sign of dehydration in infants is __________ eyes and tearless.

Sunken.

Oral rehydration solution for mild to moderate dehydration is __________-100 mL/kg.

50.

Severe dehydration may require __________ to manage fluid status.

IV fluid management.

To prevent dehydration, the goal is to restore __________ and prevent hypovolemia.

Fluid volume.

Sunken eyes, dry mucous membranes, and tachycardia are signs and symptoms of __________.

Dehydration.

In post-op care for cleft lip, 'C' stands for __________ techniques.

Calming.

In post-op care for cleft palate, 'P' stands for __________ management.

Pain.

Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis involves hypertrophy of the __________ sphincter.

Pyloric.

One risk factor for hypertrophic pyloric stenosis is non-bilious __________ after feeding.

Emesis.

In intussusception, the bowel __________ into a distal segment.

Telescopes.

A common physical exam finding in hypertrophic pyloric stenosis is an '__________'-shaped mass in the upper abdomen.

Olive.

In appendicitis, obstruction of the appendix leads to increased __________ and bacterial overgrowth.

Pressure.

Signs of appendicitis include right lower quadrant pain and __________ tenderness.

Rebound.

For perforated appendicitis, treatment includes appendectomy and administration of __________.

IV antibiotics.

In infants, GERD may present as wet __________ or vomiting after feeds.

Burps.

Nursing management for GERD includes altering feeding techniques and administering __________.

Medications.

Hirschsprung disease is caused by a lack of __________ cells in the bowel.

Ganglionic.

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder characterized by the inability to digest __________.

Gluten.

A definitive diagnosis of celiac disease is made through a __________ biopsy.

Small bowel.

Symptoms of celiac disease include steatorrhea and __________ weight gain.

Poor.

The treatment for celiac disease requires a strict __________ diet for life.

Gluten-free.

To diagnose celiac disease, a blood test for tissue transglutaminase antibodies will be positive in about __________% of patients.

98.

One of the main signs of dehydration in children is __________ weight loss.

Sudden.

In appendicitis, the patient may present with frequent small, soft __________.

Stools.

A classic symptom of intussusception includes 'currant jelly' __________.

Stools.

For severe dehydration in children, IV management typically starts with __________ mL/kg.

20.

In post-operative care for cleft lip, you should evaluate the child's __________.

Airway.

One major complication of untreated appendicitis is __________ of the appendix.

Perforation.

The nursing intervention for a child with pyloric stenosis may include fluid and __________ management.

Electrolyte.

To prevent dehydration, it's crucial to monitor __________ volume in children.

Fluid.

In patients with celiac disease, gluten is found in wheat, barley, __________, and some oats.

Rye.

In celiac disease, the damage to the villi in the small intestine leads to __________.

Malabsorption.

A barium or air enema may be used in the management of __________.

Intussusception.

In the assessment of appendicitis, the location known as 'McBurney’s Point' is associated with right lower quadrant __________.

Pain.

Hydration should be restored in patients with dehydration as quickly as possible to avoid __________ and death.

Shock.

In the care of patients with cleft palate, 'A' stands for avoiding hard foods and __________ in the mouth.

Objects.

The renal system of the infant does not allow for effective concentration of __________ as in adults.

Urine.

Reducing risk factors during health history assessment is important when evaluating children for __________ diseases.

GI.

Medical management for cleft lip and palate may include surgical _________ and parental education.

Repair.

In the context of GERD, small, frequent feedings may help reduce __________ after meals.

Emesis.

Monitoring growth is essential in managing children with __________ disease.

Celiac.