most likely the result of hormonal changes on the smooth muscle and connective tissues. This paper endeavours to describe some of the minor disorders in pregnancy in particular‚ heartburn (reflux oesophagitis)‚ constipation‚ haemorrhoids‚ dermatoses and epistaxis. The major physiological reason for heartburn (reflux oesophagitis) in pregnancy is due to the relaxation of the LES(lower esophageal sphincter) and the decreased tone and mobility of the smooth muscles‚ which is caused from increased progesterone
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of her right leg and a left colles’ fracture‚ with a past history of osteoarthritis and recently osteoporosis. Justin is a 33 year old male admitted with gastro oesophageal reflux disease plus or minus peptic ulcer disease prepping for a gastroscopy and colonoscopy. Clinical presentations and nursing management as well as disease processes will be made evident throughout. 1 (a) Arthritis is the common word used to describe inflammation of joints in the human body. Osteoarthritis is the most common
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Clinical Simulation Critical Thinking Case Study for Depression and Suicide with Grading Rubric Directions: Read the case study and type using 12 fonts directly into the rubric. Save the document‚ print it and submit to your clinical instructor (turn in to secretary) when due (see course calendar). Darlene‚ age 62 years‚ has been admitted to the local psychiatric facility for inpatient treatment of depression. She became severely depressed when her son experienced a traumatic brain injury
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Heartburn no more(tm): The top Acid reflux and heartburn product for you Introduction I believe each and everyone one of us has ever experienced heartburn. It is not a good feeling. Heartburn no more is a program designed to help us fight against acid reflux in our esophagus. How do we stop heartburn? I am asking this question because most medicines I have come across only relieve heartburn. Normal medicines cannot completely cure heartburn. I know most of you are asking if this program can completely
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when combined with effects on motility‚ accelerates gastric emptying and intestinal transit; little effect on gallbladder or colon motility; increases lower esophageal sphincter pressure | Indication: * For adults with symptomatic gastroesophageal reflux‚ who fail to respond to conventional therapyContraindication: * Allergy to metoclopramide | CNS: restlessness‚ drowsiness‚ fatigue‚ extrapyramidal reactions‚ lassitudeCV: transient GI: hypertensionnausea‚ diarrhea | To treat nausea and vomiting
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with gastro esophageal reflux disease‚ peptic ulcer disease‚ irritable bowel syndrome‚ nausea‚ vomiting or diarrhea that one could be forced to deal with in relation to any anxiety that may be associated with stressful situations. Stress also affects reproductive organs‚ as its linked to low fertility‚ erection problems‚ and painful menstrual periods. In addition‚ stress could have an effect on the lungs as asthma and conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can become significantly
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HS140 Unit 4 Assignment Name: Terri Smith GRADE: 62/65 Good It is important for Medical Assistants to be able to read a drug reference source and determine relevant information. Please complete this Assignment and submit it to the Dropbox using a drug reference textbook or a reputable online reference site. Part 1 Please answer the following questions about some of the Top 50 Brand Drugs based on total number of prescriptions in 2007 as noted in http://www.rxlist.com/script/main/hp.asp
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answered the question in this article that has been researched but not fully known yet by William A. Whitelaw. Whitelaw believes they are caused by neurological abnormalities‚ many involving the brainstem. Swelling of the stomach resulting in reflux of stomach acid in the esophagus is by far the most common disorder associated with the hiccups. Several things happen in a series when a person has hiccups. First the roof of the mouth lifts‚ as does the back of the tongue‚ accompanied by a burp. Then the
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GASTROINTESTINAL NURSING Anatomy & Physiology Review Mouth Pharynx Esophagus Stomach Small & large intestines Anus Diagnostic Tests & Procedures Gastrointestinal System Stool Specimens O&P OB Fecal Fat C & S RADIOLOGIC STUDIES 3 Most commom tests 1) Barium swallow or UGI 2) Small Bowel series 3) Barium Others: CTS‚US abd. X-rays ENDOSCOPIC TESTS Esophagoscopy Gastroscopy/gastroduodenoscopy EGD ERCP Esophageal Motility Studies ENDOSCOPIC TESTS (cont’d) Colonoscopy
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developing Dementia and early onset Alzheimer’s. Coffee is known to be problematic for acid reflux and heartburn. Acid reflux and heartburn can be caused by coffee due to the way it relaxes the lower esophageal sphincter (muscle that closes the airway). This small muscle should remain tightly closed to prevent the contents of your stomach from coming back up into the esophagus and burning its lining with hydrochloric acid. Drinking a lot of coffee will promote the release of the stress hormones cortisol
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