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 careFeatures colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessibleEmpowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare deliveryContains information necessary for effective patient care of those with peptic ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease, and other gastrointestinal diseases and conditions

Ian Peate is a Visiting Professor at Northumbria University, a Senior Clinical Fellow at the University of Hertfordshire, and a Professorial Fellow at the University of Roehampton. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Nursing and the Consultant Editor of the Journal of Paramedic Practice and the International Journal of Advancing Practice.

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