A concise, illustrated, and accessible guide to the digestive system
Each of the twelve volumes in Peate's Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life.
The Digestive System is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in gastrointestinal care, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application.
- Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent care
- Features colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessible
- Empowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare delivery
- Contains information necessary for effective patient care of those with peptic ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease, and other gastrointestinal diseases and conditions
Table of Contents
Preface
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1 Anatomy and Physiology
The Digestive System
The Digestive Organs
The Mouth
Swallowing (deglutition)
Oesophagus
The Structure of the Digestive System
Stomach
Small Intestine
Chemical Digestion
Function of the Small Intestine
The Large Intestine
Conclusion
References
Glossary of Terms
MCQs
Chapter 2 Digestive system assessment
Assessing Needs
Effective Communication
The History
Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease
Past Medical History
Medication History
Social History and Lifestyle Risk Factors
Psychosocial Health
Nutritional Assessment
Physical Examination
Auscultation
Percussion
Palpation
Abdominal Pain
Abdominal Pain Assessment
Locations of Pain
Conclusion
References
Glossary of Terms
MCQs
Chapter 3 Peptic ulcer Disease
Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Peptic Ulcer Disease
Prognosis
Epidemiology
Risk Factors
Genetic Predisposition to Peptic Ulcer Disease
Dyspepsia
Clinical Presentation
Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis
Management
Health Teaching
Conclusion
References
Glossary of Terms
MCQs
Chapter 4 Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Crohn’s Disease
Epidemiology
Risk Factors
Clinical Presentation
Extraintestinal Manifestation of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis
Crohn’s Disease: Diagnosis
Ulcerative Colitis: Diagnosis
Management
Health Teaching
Conclusion
References
Glossary of Terms
MCQs
Chapter 5 Stomach Cancer
Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Stomach Cancer
Epidemiology
Risk Factors
Clinical Presentation
Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis
Management
Health Teaching
Conclusion
References
Glossary of Terms
MCQs
Chapter 6 Hepatitis
Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Hepatitis
Hepatitis
Viral Hepatitis
The Pathogenesis of HBV
Viral Entry
Hepatocyte Infection
Replication
Assembly of Virions
Release of Virions
Immune Response
Clinical Manifestations
Chronic Infection and Complications
Transmission
Vaccination and Prevention
In summary
Epidemiology
Risk Factors
Clinical Presentation
Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis
Management
Health Teaching
General Strategies
Conclusion
References
Glossary of Terms
MCQs
Chapter 7 Liver Diseases
Hepatitis
Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Haemochromatosis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Alcohol-related Liver Disease
Alcohol-related Liver Disease
Epidemiology
Risk Factors
Clinical Presentation
Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis
Patient History
Physical Examination
Management
Health Teaching
Conclusion
References
Glossary of Terms
MCQs
Chapter 8 Cholecystitis
Pathophysiological changes associated with cholecystitis
Epidemiology
Risk Factors
Clinical presentation
Clinical investigations and diagnosis
Management
Health Teaching
Conclusion
References
Glossary of Terms
MCQs
MCQ Answers
Index
