To Prepare
· Review Chapter 35 in the Huether and McCance text. Identify the normal pathophysiology of gastric acid stimulation and production.
· Review Chapter 37 in the Huether and McCance text. Consider the pathophysiology of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease (PUD), and gastritis. Think about how these disorders are similar and different.
· Select a patient factor different from the one you selected in this week’s Discussion: genetics, gender, ethnicity, age, or behavior. Consider how the factor you selected might impact the pathophysiology of GERD, PUD, and gastritis. Reflect on how you would diagnose and prescribe treatment of these disorders for a patient based on this factor.
· Review the “Mind Maps—Dementia, Endocarditis, and Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)” media in the Week 2 Learning Resources. Use the examples in the media as a guide to construct a mind map for gastritis.
To Complete
Write a 2- to 3-page paper that addresses the following:
· This paper should have at least 4 current references (Year 2013 and up)
· At least 2 references should be from the class Learning Resources below
The following Resources are not acceptable:
· 1. Wikipedia
· 2. Cdc.gov- nonhealthcare professionals section
· 3. Webmd.com
· 4. Mayoclinic.com
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