Gastroenterology — Flashcards

Small bowel obstruction is characterized by _____-active bowel sounds initially

A patient with difficulty swallowing due to food stuck substernally for 12 hours likely has _____

Bulimia nervosa is characterized by electrolyte disturbances and metabolic _____

Hint: acidosis/alkalosis

(+) Chlamydia and (-) gonorrhea with PCR testing is managed with _____

Hint: next step

Progressive solid dysphagia and chronic heartburn is suggestive of _____

Hint: condition

CENTOR criteria in adults: < 1: _____ _____-_____: _____ > _____: _____

Hint: next step

What is the likely diagnosis in a patient with melena and epigastric abdominal pain that is relieved with eating? _____

At which age is screening for colorectal cancer recommended in adults? _____

What antibiotic should be started for patients with a first recurrence of C. difficile colitis? _____

Lithium use, chronic bladder discomfort, increased urinary frequency, dyspareunia and negative leukocyte esterase is suggestive of _____

Hint: diagnosis?