This is done the night before a colonoscopy.
Colon filled with contrast material; lower GI series (x-ray of large intestine)
After a colonoscopy, report any ________ to the MD.
Before a FOBT, avoid raw fruits and vegetables, ___ ____, and Vitamin C.
Transducer with gel rubbed across abdomen to produce image; painless and non-invasive
Aids in diagnosis of anemia
Prior to the EGD procedure, obtain ________ _______.
The American Cancer Society recommends ______ guaiac fecal occult blood testing to help detect colorectal cancer early.
Allows for examination of esophagus, stomach, and duodenum by insertion of a flexible fiberoptic gastroscope through the mouth
Gastric contents are aspirated to measure hydrochloric acid and pepsin content to evaluate gastric and duodenal disorders
Barium enema ____: informed consent, clear liquids day before, NPO after midnight, laxative, enemas until clear
May be altered in GI tract dysfunction
Used to evaluate clotting factors
Prep for Upper GI Series: informed consent, NPO for 8 hours, and no _______ for 8 hours
Post care for Upper GI series: encourage PO intake, administer stool softener or ________, and observe stool for lightened color
This is common following a sigmoidoscopy.