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Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are common and can significantly affect patients’ daily lives. As a nursing student, understanding how to create Gastrointestinal Nursing Care Plans and Diagnosis is essential.
These plans involve identifying nursing diagnoses such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). By accurately diagnosing these conditions, nursing students can develop care plans that address patients’ specific needs, including medication management, nutrition therapy, and pain management.
Constipation is a medical condition characterized by infrequent bowel movement, difficult passage of stool, or both. It is often defined as less than three bowel movements in a week. Constipation has several causes, which may include gastrointestinal disorders, neurological problems, post-surgical status, ongoing chemotherapy treatment, or even pregnancy. The treatment is often directed not only … Read more
Diarrhea is a common gastrointestinal problem that affects people of all ages. It is characterized by frequent, loose, and watery bowel movements that can cause discomfort and dehydration. It can also occur with an increased volume of waste, abdominal pain and/or cramping, hyperactive bowel sounds, as well as increased urgency and frequency (more than 3 … Read more
Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is a common complication among patients in the hospital setting. It is a condition characterized by the loss of blood from the digestive tract, which can be caused by various factors such as ulcers, tumors, and inflammation. Nurses play a crucial role in the care of patients with GI bleeding, and it … Read more
Bowel Obstruction (intestinal obstruction) is a condition wherein there is a blockage that prevents food or fluid from entering either the small intestines ( small bowel obstruction ) or the large intestines. Reasons for bowel obstruction may precipitate due to fibrous tissue development (adhesions) after abdominopelvic surgery; hernias; colon cancer; some medications; or inflammatory bowel … Read more
Ascites Nursing Care Plans Diagnosis and Interventions Ascites NCLEX Review and Nursing Care Plans Ascites is the medical term to describe the accumulation of fluid in the abdomen. Ascites is often associated with severe liver disease, but its causes may vary. Ascites usually presents with marked swelling of the patients’ abdomen, increased abdominal girth and … Read more
