Gastrointestinal System Drugs - Video Lesson

Hey, everybody. Welcome back to today's discussion of the different classes of medications. This lesson focuses on the common types of gastrointestinal drugs, their use and administration, and precautions specific to this class of medication. Gastrointestinal system breaks down the food we eat into nutrients that our cells can use. Therefore, understanding the medications used to treat gastrointestinal disorders is crucial for the health of your patients. The gastrointestinal or GI system is made up of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus, as well as accessory organs like the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Each organ plays a role in the major functions of the GI system. Ingestion, the intake of food through the mouth. Digestion, the breakdown of food into smaller, absorbable parts. Absorption, the intake of nutrients to the