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Is the flatulence associated with heartburn or regurgitation? The presence of flatulence with heartburn or regurgitation should suggest reflux esophagitis, gastric or duodenal ulcer, or ... DIAGNOSTIC WORKUP
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... Flatulence is increased output of gas by mouth or rectum. Borborygmi are audible sounds of hyperperistalsis of gas. Both are caused by similar physiologic mechanisms. The increase of gas in the intestinal tract... Increased Intake ... Increased Production of Gas in the Intestinal Tract ... Decreased Absorption of Gas
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... Abdominal distention refers to increased abdominal girth — the result of increased intra-abdominal pressure forcing the abdominal wall outward. Distention may be mild or severe, depending on the amount of pressure. It may be... Emergency interventions ... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Special considerations
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... Dyspepsia refers to an uncomfortable fullness after meals that's associated with nausea, belching, heartburn and, possibly, cramping and abdominal distention. Frequently aggravated by spicy, fatty, or... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pictures
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... Mechanical Bowel Obstruction
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... Abdominal distention refers to increased abdominal girth—the result of increased intra-abdominal pressure forcing the abdominal wall outward. Distention may be mild or severe,... Emergency interventions ... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Geriatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures
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Dyspepsia
(Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition))
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... Dyspepsia refers to an uncomfortable fullness after meals that’s associated with nausea, belching, heartburn and, possibly, cramping and abdominal distention. Frequently aggravated by spicy, fatty,... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Geriatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures
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Flatulence
(Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition))
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... A sensation of gaseous abdominal fullness, flatulence can result from GI disorders, abdominal surgery, excessive intake of certain foods, and stress. It may be accompanied by belching, discomfort, and excessive... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Geriatric pointers ... Pictures
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... Abdominal distention refers to increased abdominal girth — the result of increased intra-abdominal pressure forcing the abdominal wall outward. Distention may be mild or severe, depending on the amount of... Emergency Actions ... History ... Physical assessment ... Medical causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Geriatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures
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... Dyspepsia refers to an uncomfortable fullness after meals that’s associated with nausea, belching, heartburn and, possibly, cramping and abdominal distention. Frequently... History ... Physical assessment ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Geriatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures
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... A sensation of gaseous abdominal fullness, flatulence can result from GI disorders, abdominal surgery, excessive intake of certain foods, and stress. It may be accompanied by belching... History ... Physical assessment ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Geriatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures
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... Abdominal distention refers to increased abdominal girth—the result of increased intra-abdominal pressure forcing the abdominal wall outward. Distention may be mild or severe,... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Nursing considerations ... Patient teaching ... Pictures
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... Dyspepsia refers to an uncomfortable fullness after meals that's associated with nausea, belching, heartburn and, possibly, cramping and abdominal distention. Frequently aggravated by spicy, fatty, or high... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Nursing considerations ... Patient teaching
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Flatulence is increased output of gas by mouth or rectum. Borborygmi
are audible sounds of hyperperistalsis of gas. Both are caused by similar
physiologic... Pictures
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