Gastrointestinal bleeding
Gastrointestinal bleeding ( 35 Questions)
Incorrect. Esophageal manometry measures the pressure and coordination of the muscles in the esophagus. It is not a test involving contrast material.
Incorrect. An upper gastrointestinal (GI) series involves swallowing a contrast material, but it is not the primary test for visualizing the esophagus and stomach in cases of bleeding.
Incorrect. Endoscopic ultrasound involves the use of an endoscope and ultrasound to visualize the gastrointestinal tract, but it does not typically involve swallowing a contrast material.
Correct. A barium swallow study, or upper GI series, involves swallowing a contrast material (barium) that coats the inside of the esophagus and stomach, allowing for better visualization during X-rays.
Rationale
A) Incorrect. Esophageal manometry measures the pressure and coordination of the muscles in the esophagus. It is not a test involving contrast material.
B) Incorrect. An upper gastrointestinal (GI) series involves swallowing a contrast material, but it is not the primary test for visualizing the esophagus and stomach in cases of bleeding.
C) Incorrect. Endoscopic ultrasound involves the use of an endoscope and ultrasound to visualize the gastrointestinal tract, but it does not typically involve swallowing a contrast material.
D) Correct. A barium swallow study, or upper GI series, involves swallowing a contrast material (barium) that coats the inside of the esophagus and stomach, allowing for better visualization during X-rays.