The gastrointestinal (GI) system, also known as the digestive system, plays crucial roles such as digestion, absorption, elimination, and immune response. It breaks down food and absorbs nutrients int...The gastrointestinal (GI) system, also known as the digestive system, plays crucial roles such as digestion, absorption, elimination, and immune response. It breaks down food and absorbs nutrients into the bloodstream, which are essential for growth, energy, and bodily processes. Disorders affecting the digestive system's function can significantly impact health and well-being and elevate the risk of chronic conditions. Proper nutrition is vital for overall health.
The section focuses on the pathophysiology, risk factors, diagnostics, and treatment of obesity, anorexia nervosa, and malabsorption. It discusses how dietary habits impact health and how various diso...The section focuses on the pathophysiology, risk factors, diagnostics, and treatment of obesity, anorexia nervosa, and malabsorption. It discusses how dietary habits impact health and how various disorders require specific nursing care and medical therapies. Obesity is linked to behavioral, genetic, and social risk factors and may require behavioral interventions, medications, or surgery. Anorexia involves severe dietary restriction, requiring careful nursing care, and possibly therapy.
