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Bowel function & Nutrition : Total GI
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Nursing
Undergraduate 3
09/19/2010

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Term
Laparotomy
Definition
Close perforations & remove damaged tissue
Term
Peritoneal lavage
Definition
Copious warm isotonic washings
Term
If Polyps are removed
Definition
Report fever, pain, bleeding
No heavy lifting 7 days
No fiber 1-2 days
Term
CT scans DX GI
Definition
Perforations
Fistulas
Term
Stool specimen tests for
Definition
blood, pus, mucus, fat
Term
Stool culture tests for
Definition
pathogen, parasite, ova, worms
Term
H/H risk for Diarrhea
Definition
Low - GI bleed/malnutrition Anemia
Term
Indirect hemagglutination assay tests for
Definition
protozoa antibodies
Term
Side FX of Barium swallow study
Definition
White stools 1-2 d.
Constipation
Term
Absorbants & Protectants
Definition
Pepto-Bismol (anti-biotic action)
Charcoal
Kaopectate
Term
Opium
Definition
Opium Tincture
Paregoric
Term
Opiate derivatives
Definition
Lomotil
Immodium
Term
Anti-cholinergics for diarrhea
Definition
Atropine, Belladone, Pro-banthine
Term
When do you use antidiarrheal drugs?
Definition
Cautiously and ONLY when cause is known.
Term
How long no food after diarrhea?
Definition
24hrs
Term
Nsg. Dxs for diarrhea
Definition
Risk for fluid volume deficit
Risk for impaired skin integrity - peri-anal area
Term
Peri-anal skin protectant
Definition
Zinc-oxide based creams/ointments
Term
How often do you check a patient if incontinent?
Definition
Q1 hr.
Term
How much drop in BP is + ortho hypotension?
Definition
-20 mm/-10 mm
Term
How much fluids can you give if fluid volume deficit r/t diarrhea?
Definition
3-4 L/day PO or IV
Term
Constipation is defined as..
Definition
<2 BM/wk and/or difficult passage of stools (hard/marble like)
Term
Stool softener & Instructions
Definition
Docusate (Miralax) - give 1 hr apart from other drugs with fluids
Term
Bulk forming agent
Definition
Psyllium (mix in full glass cool liquid)
Term
Osmotic & Saline Laxatives
Definition
Milk of Magnesia
Lactulose
Magnesium Citrate
Polyethylene Glycol

Take w/full glass liquid
Contraindicated if fluid deficit or Na+ restrictions
Term
Irritants/Stimulants for GI
Definition
Bisacodyl
Senna

Take on empty stomach
Term
Nsg. care constipation
Definition
Fluids
Fiber (prunes, bran)
Inc. activity
Narcotics only PRN
Term
If impacted nsg. care
Definition
Digital exam
Enemas if Rxd
Term
IBS
Definition
Spastic bowel or functional colitis
Term
Sx IBS
Definition
Abd. pain w/ constipation/diarrhea or both
Term
If constipation & diarrhea Rx?
Definition
Psyllium, fiber
Term
IBS constipation in women Rx?
Definition
Tegaserod mesylate (Zelnorm)
lubiprostone (Amitiza)
Term
Nsg. Care fecal incontinence
Definition
Check Q hr.
Consistent toilet time & place (AM post breakfast/coffee for gastrocolic reflex)
Privacy
Odor control
Caring & non-judgmental
Suppository before toileting
Term
Types of Appendicitis
Definition
Simple - Inflamed but intact
Gangrenous - necrotic c microperforations
Perforated - Gross perforation with peritonitis
Term
Sx appendicitis
Definition
Rebound tenderness @ McBurney's point @ beginning of ascending colon RLQ
Term
Dx Appy
Definition
^WBC & shift to left
Abd. US
Term
Tx Appy
Definition
IV fluids & Abx
Appendectomy
Term
Sx perforation Appy
Definition
Relief followed by pain
Term
Peritonitis
Definition
Contamination (infection or enzyme irritant) of space between parietal and visceral layers

Most sign. complication of many acute abd. disorders.
Term
Sx Peritonitis
Definition
Severe abd. pain (diffuse or local)
Guarding
Rapid, shallow breathing
Term
Mortality rate/cause Peritonitis
Definition
40%
Septic/hypovolemic shock
Term
Dx peritonitis
Definition
WBC >20,000
Blood cultures (septicemia)
Liver and renal function studies
Abd. xtray
Perforation
Paracentesis
Term
Air under diaphragm
Definition
GI perforation
Term
Rx Peritonitis
Definition
Abx (broad then spec. after cultures)
Narcotics & sedatives PRN
Term
Drains used for peritoneal cavity
Definition
Jackson-Pratt
Penrose
Term
How do wounds with drains heal?
Definition
By secondary intention
Term
Nsg. care thru NG tube after surgery if intestinal decompression
Definition
Suction until motility returns
Term
Dehiscence
Definition
Separation of wound c exposed bowel - EMERGENT
Term
How many days can a client not eat before we start to worry?
Definition
5 days
Term
Supportive care post-surgery (peritoneal)
Definition
HOB ^ to improve respirations
O2 PRN
TPN if needed
Term
Nsg. care post peritoneal surgery Pain mgmt
Definition
Check symptoms & amt pain relief from analgesics
HOB ^ and knees/feet bent to relieve muscle tension
Alternative pain relief measures
Term
Why is pain relief important post surgery?
Definition
Pain increases the stress response which impairs healing.
Term
Fluid volume deficit care post peritoneal surgery
Definition
Check I & O (includes drain, suction)
Check H/H, urine SG, electrolytes
Check VS for shock
Report UO <30 ml/hr
Term
Nsg. action after peritoneal surgery NG
Definition
Replace cc for cc of NG suction - calculate in IV rate
Term
Importance/amt of good oral care post op
Definition
Q shift decreases ventilator related pneumonia 40-50%
Term
Altered Protection (wound and immune stress) Nsg. actions
Definition
Strict handwashing
Assess infection
Check WBCs, albumin losses (healing)
Culture new purulent drainage
Strict asepsis
Maintain fluid balance & nutrition
Term
Gastroenteritis
Definition
Inflammation of GI tract r/t Viral or bacterial infection usually w/acute diarrhea
Term
Et. traveler's diarrhea
Definition
Contaminated food or water
Term
Et. Food poisoning
Definition
Foods left @ RT
Term
Et. cholera
Definition
Oral-fecal contamination
Term
Et. Hemorrhagic E. Coli
Definition
Undercooked beef, unpasteurized milk, apple juice or fecal-oral
Term
Et. C. Diff
Definition
Abx
Term
Et. salmonella
Definition
raw or improperly cooked poultry, meat, eggs and dairy
Term
Et Shigella (dysentery)
Definition
fecal-oral, vectors, objects
Term
Et. Botulism
Definition
Canned/perserved foods
Term
Tx Colitis, Cholera, shigella, salmonella
Definition
Septra, Cipro, Ampicillin
Antidiarrheals for fluid loss
Term
C-diff Tx
Definition
Metronidazole (Flagyl)
Term
MRSA Tx
Definition
Vancomycin
Linezolin (Zyvox)
Term
VRE Tx
Definition
Synercid
Linezolid
Term
When are probiotics useful?
Definition
Infectious & abx associated diarrhea if client not immunosuppressed or critically ill (good bacteria could become harmful)
Term
Plasmapheresis
Definition
Harmful toxins & antigen/antibodies removed
Term
What two gastroenteritis causing organisms is plasmapheresis useful for?
Definition
Botulism
Hemorrhagic E. coli
Term
Protozoal infections are caused by?
Definition
Fecal-oral
Direct or sexual contact possible

eg. Giardiasis Amebiasis Cyptosporidiosis
Term
Tx Protozoal infection of bowel
Definition
Metronidazole (Flagyl)
Term
Helminthic infections include....
Definition
Nematodes - Round worms (eg <3 worms)
Trematodes - Flukes
Cestosodes - tapeworms
Term
Helminthic infections Rx
Definition
Pyrantel Pamoate (Antiminth)
Mebendazole (Vermox)
Term
Nsg. care helminthic infections
Definition
Handwashing
Contact isolation
Disinfect objects, linens, toilets
Term
Nsg. teaching r/t helminthic infection
Definition
Drink safe water
Peel or cook produce
Cook all meats & fish
No feces in fertilizer
Term
IBD includes which two diseases?
Definition
Ulcerative Colitis
Crohn's Disease
Term
Who does UC primarily affect?
Definition
15-40 year olds
Etiology unknown
Term
What is Ulcerative Colitis?
Definition
Inflammation of mucosa and submucosa of the rectum & colon (NOT small intestine)
Term
Patho UC
Definition
rectum to colon
distal to proximal
Microscopic hemorrhage
Abcesses
Necrosis & sloughing
Term
Characteristics of rectal/colon mucosa with UC
Definition
Red, friable, bleeds easily
Term
What will pts with UC have in their diarrhea?
Definition
Pus & blood & mucous
Term
What affect does chronic inflammation have on the bowel?
Definition
Fibrosis
Decreases viability of colon
No H20 absorption or slow down
Term
What intervals are common for chronic intermittent colitis?
Definition
1-3 months
Term
How many BMs/day for mild and severe UC
Definition
Mild <4
Severe 6-10 to 30-40 possible
Term
Sx of UC
Definition
LLQ pain relieved by defecation
Term
Associative diseases UC
Definition
Colon Cancer
Arthritis
Uveitis
Term
Complications of UC
Definition
Anemia r/t blood loss
Perforation r/t friability
Toxic megacolon
Inc. risk for colon cancer
Term
What is toxic megacolon?
Definition
Colon paralysis and dilation within min to hrs.
Shock symptoms (life threatening)
Colon full of air or liquid
Massive hemorrhage (rare)
Term
What Sx do you report to provider for pt with UC? What is considered normal?
Definition
Fever, Signs of infection, signs of perforation/peritonitis, shock symptoms

Normal - diarrhea and bloody stools, anorexia
Term
What is Crohn's disease?
Definition
Regional enteritis
Chronic and life long
Affects full thickness lining (fibrotic thickening, obstruction, ulceration, strictures)
"cobblestone" bowel
Can affects small intestine and therefore nutrient absorption
Term
What kind of malabsorption is common with Crohn's?
Definition
Vit. B, Fats (dec. bile salts absorption), absorption of fat soluble vitamins
Term
90% of Crohn's patients have what?
Definition
Continuous or episodic diarrhea
Term
Characteristics of diarrhea in Crohn's.
Definition
Liquid, loose, w/o blood usually
Steatorrhea (floating stools or fat ring around toilet)
Term
Sx/complications of Crohn's.
Definition
Abd. pain & tenderness
Anorectal lesions
Abscesses and fistulas
Perforation -- Peritonitis
Term
What is a fistula?
Definition
Tract the body forms in order to drain abscess or get rid of an infection. Can be formed in inappropriate places.
Term
Dietary/Rx mgmt IBD acute phase
Definition
NPO
TPN

IV corticosteroids
Term
Recovery phase diet IBD
Definition
Low residue, low/no dairy, Inc. cal and protein, decrease fat and fiber.
Replace B12, Ca++, Iron

Check for ABGs (metabolic acidosis)
Check serum electrolytes (hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia)
Fluids
Term
Potent anti-inflammatories UC and Crohn's
Definition
Sulfasalazine (Abx + potent NSAID 5-ASA)
Balsalazide

PO or PR
Term
Anti-inflammatories for small bowel in Crohn's
Definition
Mesalamine
Olsalazine
Term
Immunosuppressive drugs Crohn's
Definition
Azathioprine
Mercaptopurine
Methotrexate (TNF alpha inhibitor for autoimmune issues)
Term
When can you give a UC pt. antidiarrheals
Definition
Mild symptoms only
Term
What is the risk of giving an acute phase UC pt. antidiarrheals?
Definition
Toxic megacolon
Term
Biologic Immunomodulators Crohn's
Definition
Infliximab (Remicade) IV q 2-3 months
Term
Abx, Antispasmodics, Antidiarrheals Crohn's
Definition
Abx - Metronidazole & Cipro
Antispasmodics - Pro-banthine
Antidiarrheals - Lomotil, Immodium, codeine
Term
When/what surgery performed on Crohn's patients?
Definition
Only if complications
Anastomosis (preferred to ostomies)

Reoccurence likely
Term
Is UC curable? How?
Definition
Yes
Total colectomy

*disfiguring
Term
What is typically done for a pt. given total colectomy
Definition
Ileoanal anastomosis
Ileostomy
Term
Nsg Dxs IBD
Definition
Fluid volume deficit
Altered nutrition (less than body requirements)
Anxiety or disturbed body image
Fatigue r/t anemias (Crohn's) or blood/iron loss (UC)
Ineffective therapeutic regimen mgmt r/t sx, changes and multiple drugs
Term
Sprue is also known as what?
Definition
Celiac's disease
Term
What causes Celiac's disease?
Definition
Gluten=antigen
Antibodies attack enteral mucosa when gluten present and cause inflammation and villi damage which leads to malabsorption

Tropical Sprue from infection (Et. unknown)
Term
Sx Celiac's
Definition
Sore tongue
Diarrhea
Wt. loss
Term
Common deficiencies Celiac's
Definition
B-12, Folic acid, Iron
Term
A Gluten free diet excludes what? What does it include?
Definition
Wheat, rye, barley, oats

Low fat
Dec. milk
Inc. calories and protein
Folic acid, Iron
Rice, potatoes
Term
What pts more likely to have lactose intolerance?
Definition
Asians, American Indians, African Americans, Hispanics and Jewish Americans.
Term
Tx lactose intolerance/alternative sources of Ca++
Definition
Decrease milk products
Take lactase enzymes PRN

Leafy greens
Vit D/Ca++ fortified OJ/juices
Aged cheeses
Yogurt as tolerated
Soy products, Tofu
Term
Et short bowel syndrome
Definition
Iatrogenic r/t significan bowel resections for Crohn's patients
Term
What part of the bowel does short bowel syndrome involve? Which part is more serious? Why?
Definition
Small intestine
Proximal more serious than distal r/t malabsorption of nutrients
Term
What syndrome is common along with short bowel syndrome when the remaining bowel can no longer compensate?
Definition
Dumping syndrome -> diarrhea
Term
Tx of short bowel syndrome
Definition
TPN for life
Term
Polyps
Definition
Protruding mass on bowel wall
Term
Benign polyp
Definition
adenoma
Term
What % polyps become cancerous?
Definition
<10%
Term
3rd leading cause cancer deaths
Definition
Colorectal cancer
Term
Long-term survival rate colon cancer
Definition
35%
Term
What are colorectal adenocarcinomas from? Where are they most common?
Definition
Polyps
Common in Sigmoid colon & rectum
Term
Risk factors colorectal cancer
Definition
Daily alcohol consumption
C-Reactive Protein present (inflammation)
IBS or IBD
Term
Screening options/timing colorectal cancer
Definition
After 50 or 45 if family hx/african american
Hemoccult (guaiac) or fecal (occult) test yearly
Flexible sigmoidoscopy or Barium enema q5yrs
Colonoscopy q 5-10 yrs or 3 yrs post polypectomy
Term
By the time Sx occur what has colorectal cancer progressed to?
Definition
Metastasized to adjacent abd. organs and liver
Term
Growth time colorectal cancer
Definition
5-15 yrs
Term
Sx colorectal cancer
Definition
Change in bowel patterns
Bleeding
Late Sx: pain, anorexia, wt loss
Term
Lab value for colorectal prognosis, tx. progress and to check for reoccurence

(NOT for screening)
Definition
CEA (CarcinoEmbryonic Antigen)
Term
Tx Colorectal cancer
Definition
Surgical resection w/ or w/o colostomy
Radiation therapy adjuvant pre or post op
Chemo - 5FU post-op c folinic acid
Laser photocoagulation (small tumors or palliative)
Term
Nsg teaching pre-OP Colorectal cancer
Definition
Bowel prep/Cathartics, talk about ostomy set up if applicable
Term
Nsg care post-op colorectal cancer
Definition
NG sxn, NPO, IV, wound care, ambulation, diet when peristalsis
Term
Rx post-op colorectal cancer surgery
Definition
H2 receptor drugs PRN eg Zantac
(PPI)
Term
Nsg. Dxs post op colorectal cancer
Definition
Risk for fluid volume deficit
Altered Nutrition (less than body requirements)
Altered body image r/t colostomy
Pain
Anticipatory Grieving
Risk for sexual dysfunction (genital nerve disruption r/t surgery)
Colostomy (sex)
Term
What is considered poor nursing care if you don't do it asap post-op?
Definition
Ambulation
Term
Hernia
Definition
Protrusion of an organ through abdominal muscle wall defect
Term
Hernias likely in men
Definition
Inguinal - Direct and Indirect
Term
Hernias likely in women.
What do they often contain?
Definition
Umbilical

Omentum
Term
Hernia related to prior surgeries
Definition
Incisional
Term
Hernia that can be returne to abd. cavity manually or spontaneously
Definition
Reducible
Term
Hernia c content that can't be returned to abd. cavity
Definition
Incarcerated
Term
Hernia with contents cut off from blood supply at risk for necrosis
Definition
Strangulated
Term
Common etiologies mechanical (60%) intestinal obstruction
Definition
Hernia, scar tissue, fibrotic structures
Term
Common etiologies for functional (paralytic ileus) intestinal obstruction.
Definition
Post. abdominal surgeries
Meds (opiates, anesthesia)
Term
Small bowel obstruction accounts for ____% of bowel obstruction whereas large bowel obstruction accounts for ___%
Definition
85%, 15%
Term
Sx small bowel obstruction
Definition
Borborygmi (hyperactive BS above obstruction early sx)
Cramps, N/V (severe)
Absent BS
Protuberant abdomen (taut and stretched)
Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance ->hypovolemic shock
Term
Complications small bowel obstruction
Definition
Inc. distention and bacterial growth ->
Strangulation->
Gangrene ->
Perforation ->
Tissue death, peritonitis, death
Term
Large bowel obstruction is usually caused by what?
Definition
Cancer, obstipation, diverticulitis
Term
Sx large bowel obstruction
Definition
N/V (early sx but later than in small bowel due to distal location)
Low-grade cramps
Feculent vomit
Distention, increased pressure, gangrene, perforation
Term
Bowel obstruction type common in kids and babies - telescoping
Definition
Intussusception
Term
Bowel obstruction when bowel gets twisted and strangulated (not hernial)
Definition
Volvulus
Term
Bowel obstruction where scar tissue forming between bowel segments r/t abdominal surgeries/IBD/
Definition
Adhesion
Term
4 types bowel obstructions
Definition
Intussusception
Adhesion
Volvulus
Herniation
Term
Tx bowel obstructions
Definition
Let bowel rest & hope it will resume peristalsis
Intestinal tubes (advance ~6 in/hr until can't move further and suction)
Term
Rx functional bowel obstruction
Definition
Metoclopromide (watch for extrapyramidal symptoms )
Dec. n/v and inc. peristalsis
Term
Pre-op Tx mechanical bowel obstructions
Definition
NG sxn to stop vomiting and distention
Isotonic IV fluids and electrolytes
Prophylactic antibiotics (&probiotics)

Anastomoses usual in bowel obstruction surgery
Term
Post-op bowel obstruction care
Definition
Deep breathing and coughing (no cough if hernia repair) Splinting
Ambulation asap ^ peristalsis
Term
Nsg interventions for Risk for Ineffective Breathing r/t distention pressure on diaphragm or possible aspiration (Bowel obstruction removal surgery)
Definition
^HOB
C&DB (splint)
Pain meds
Incentive spirometer
NPO
GI sxn
Term
When do you stop GI sxn in a patient with bowel obstruction?
Definition
BS return and passing flatus
Term
Diverticula
Definition
sac-like projections of mucosa though colon muscle defects from increased pressure (Flabby/weak colon)
Term
What is the general etiology of diverticular disease?
Definition
Poor diet low in fiber
Term
What are complication of diverticular disease?
Definition
Muscle thickens ->
Lumen narrows ->
Possible obstruction or fistula formation
Term
What other disease can diverticular disease mimic? What % of pt with diverticular disease are asymptomatic?
Definition
IBS (pain, n/v, low fever, bleeding)
~80%
Term
Diverticulitis
Definition
Inflammation of diverticula and gross or microscopic perforation usually in 1 spot
Term
Complications diverticulitis
Definition
Infection and bleeding (trapped food in pouches)
Bacteria in pouches - abscess or peritonitis
Term
Rxs Diverticulitis
Definition
Broad spectrum Abx.
Pentazocine (Talwin) for pain b/c dec. colonic pressure
Docusate (Miralax)
Term
What drug can you NOT give a pt. with diverticulitis? Why?
Definition
Laxatives.
Increase colonic pressure
Term
Dietary mgmt durgin acute phase diverticulitis
Definition
NPO then gradual as recovering, bowel rest
Term
General dietary mgmt diverticulitis
Definition
High fiber (work out bowel)
Avoid food with small seeds
Term
What % of diverticulitis pts get surgery and why?
Definition
~25% if peritonitis or abscess
Term
Bulk-forming laxatives
Definition
Methylcellulose
Psyllium
Polycarbophil

Act in small intestine and colon

Absorb water thereby softening and enlarging the fecal mass promoting peristalsis
Term
Surfactant laxatives
Definition
Docusate sodium
Docusate calcium

Small intestine and colon

Sufactant action softens stool by facilitating penetration of water; also causes secretion sof water and electrolytes into intestine
Term
Stimulant laxatives
Definition
Bisacodyl (colon)
Senna (colon)
Castor oil (small intestine)

Stimulate peristalsis
Bring water and electrolytes into colon and decrease water and electrolyte absorption
Term
Osmotic laxatives
Definition
Magnesium hydroxide, sulfate and citrate
Sodium phosphate
Polyethylene glycol

Small intestine and colon

Osmotic action retains water and softens feces
Term
Misc. laxatives
Definition
Lubiprostone (Opens Cl- channels in intestinal epithelium and inc. motility and secretion of fluid into lumen)
Mineral oil (lubricates and reduces water absorption)
Glycerin suppository (lubricates and causes reflex rectal contractions)
Lactulose (similar to osmotic laxatives)
Term
Laxatives that produce watery stool in 2-6 hrs
Definition
Osmotic laxatives (in high doses)
Castor oil
Term
Laxatives that produce semifluid stool in 6-12 hrs.
Definition
Osmotic laxatives (low doses)
Bisacodyl (oral - suppositories work in 15 min)
Senna
Term
Laxatives that produce soft stool in 1-3 days
Definition
Bulk-Forming Laxatives
Surfactant laxatives (docusate)
Lactulose
Lubiprostone
Term
Best thing to clean peri-anal area
Definition
H20, mild soap (Periwash)
Term
Fasting blood glucose normal range
Albumin normal range
Cholesterol
Definition
BS 70-110
Alb. 3.5-5.0
Chol <200
Term
This type of obesity is more common in men and has a higher risk for HTN and stroke than the other form of obesity.
Definition
Central obesity
Term
This type of obesity is seen more commonly in women and is harder to treat
Definition
Lower body obesity
Term
100% wt over ideal
___x higher risk of dying
Definition
Morbid obesity
12
Term
Overcoming obesity stats:
BMI
Exercise
Loss
Diet
Cues
Definition
BMI 18.5-24.9
Exercise 30 min/day 3-5x/wk
1-2 lbs/wk
1000-1500 kcal
Eat when hungry, not when presence of food or time of day
Term
Labs to assess on obese pt
Definition
Thyroid profile
Glucose, cholesterol, lipid profiles
Term
Two types of gastric (bariatric) surgeries
Definition
Gastric bypass
Gastroplasty (banded) or stapling
Term
Complications of gastric surgeries
Definition
Vomiting
Dumping syndrome
Anastomosis leak -> peritonitis
Band breaks or slips
Nutrient deficiency
Term
Causes of malnutrition
Definition
Inadequate nutrient intake
Impaired absoprtion
Nutrient loss (diarrhea, hemorrhage, renal failure, Inc. metabolic needs)
Term
What % of hospitalized clients are malnourished?
Definition
~50%
Term
When energy stores of glycogen are drained, what happens? How long does it take?
Definition
Gluconeogenesis, 24 hrs
Term
When gluconeogensis occurs during stress response, PCM (protein-calorie malnutrition)
Definition
Catabolism
Term
How fast can protein be broken down by gluconeogenesis?
Definition
1/2 protein stores can be broken down within 3 wks
Term
Nsg Dxs malnutrition - catabolism
Definition
Impaired nutrient absorption
Impaired skin integrity
Subcutaneous fat and muscle proteins broken down
Impaired immune system
Impaired wound healing
Impaired mobility
Abdominal edema, diarrhea
Term
Increased complication rates, mortality, slower healing, rehospitalization and length of stay in hospital are all associated with what?
Definition
Malnutrition
Term
Normal, mild, significant values for albumin.
Definition
Normal 3.5-5.0
Mild 3.0-3.5
Significant <3.0
Term
Roles of albumin
Definition
Oncotic gate keeper
Binds electrolytes (ca++) and drugs
Term
What does hypoalbuminemia put a pt at major risk for?
Definition
Edema, hypovolemia
Term
When do you test prealbumin?
Definition
Alb <2.8
Term
How long does it take to have an appreciable increase in Albumin levels?
Definition
Week
Term
What serum electrolyte is reduced with severe malnutrition?
Definition
K+
Term
What blood cell count is reduced with malnutrition
Definition
Lymphocytes
Term
Dietary mgmt malnutrition
Definition
Replace K+, Mg+, Ca++
Re-introduce: protein, calories, vitamins and minerals
Fat and lactose introduced last
Gradual process
Term
Appetite stimulants
Definition
Corticosteroids (^Na+ retention also)
Megace
Marinol
Odor/presentation
Term
Standard Enteral tube feed
Definition
Jevity 1cal/1mL
14% protein
60% CHO
25% Fat
c vitamins and minerals
Term
Enteral feedings complications
Definition
Aspiration
Diarrhea
Gastric distress
Dehydration
Skin breakdown
Term
What degree should HOB be at for NG?
Definition
30-45
Term
5 types of enteral tubes
Definition
NG Tube
Corpack (weighted)
Tigertube (self-advancing to Jejunum)
Gastrostomy (G) tube
Jejunostomy (J) tube
Term
4 purposes for NG tubes
Definition
Suctioning
Irrigation
Temp. feeding
Meds
Term
What do you need to check when using NG tube?
Definition
Skin breakdown
Placement
Markings on tubing vs. baseline
HOB 30-45
Term
Benefits/Risks Corpac
Definition
Benefits - less likely to aspirate, migrates to jejunum itself, wire to assist with placement

Risks - Clogs easily, bleeding/tissue damage
Term
What is the new safety measure for all tubes/catheters/etc?
Definition
Label them!
Term
TPN content/parameters
Definition
50% Dextrose, 8.5% AA, hypertonic
Via Central line (includes PICC)
Term
PPN content/parameters.
Definition
10% Dextrose, 3.5% AA, slightly hypertonic
Via Peripheral line
Term
What can't you do on the same arm as a PICC?
Definition
Blood draw & BP
Term
Problems with central line insertion
Definition
Air bolus
Pneumothorax
Check lungs if took more than one stick
Brachial plexus injury
Mal-positioning
Term
What do you need before you use a central line?
Definition
CXR confirmation
Term
How often must TPN orders be written?
Definition
Qday
Term
Nsg. assessment of central line care and TPN actions
Definition
X-ray confirmation before usage
Check electrolytes - replacement via IV
Secure new orders daily
Change tubing Qday
Sterile site care q3d
glucose checks; SSI
VS Q4hr
I&O, Daily Wts
Diuretics per MD order
Term
How often must you check blood sugars with TPN?
Definition
Q6hrs
Term
Do you have to have someone confirm the order for you when hanging TPN?
Definition
Yes
Term
Inflammation of the oral mucosa
Definition
Stomatitis
Term
Stomatitis risk factors
Definition
>65 years age
Immune compromised
Chemo
O2 therapy
Steroids
Poor oral hygiene
ETOH abuse
Chronic renal or heart failure
Term
Etiology Stomatitis
Definition
Viral
Bacterial
Irritants
Mechanical trauma
Term
Complications stomatitis
Definition
Malnutrition
Electrolyte/fluid imbalances
Bacterial endocarditis
Sepsis
Term
Stomatitis Rxs
Definition
Topical oral anesthetics (Orajel, viscous lidocaine)
Fungal ("swish & swallow" Nystatin, Fluconazole)
Herpetic (Acyclovir)
Bacterial (Abx)
Mechanical (saline rinses, Gelcare analgesia)
Et cell stimulator (Palfermin)
Term
What kind of cancer is oral cancer?
Definition
Squamous cell
Term
Where is oral cancer located?
Definition
Lips, tongue, mouth floor, head & neck
Term
Risk factors oral cancer
Definition
Smoking, ETOH, chewing tobacco
Term
Early sign of mouth cancer
Definition
Painless oral ulceration or lesion that doesn't heal
Term
Late signs oral cancer
Definition
Blood tinged sputum
Dysphagia
Difficulty speaking
Swollen lymph nodes
Term
Where does mouth cancer frequently metastasize to?
Definition
Lymph nodes
Term
Nsg Dxs Oral cancer
Definition
Risk for Ineffective Airway Clearance
Risk for Imbalanced Nutrition
Impaired Verbal communication
Disturbed body image
Term
GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease)
Definition
Backward flow of gastric contents into esophagus
Term
GERD Patho
Definition
Incompetent lower esophageal sphincter or increased pressure in stomach
Term
Factors contributing to GERD
Definition
Inc. gastric volume
Bending or lying down
Inc. gastric pressure eg obesity, tight clothing
Hiatal hernia
Term
Manifestation of GERD
Definition
Dysphagia
Belching
Heartburn
Chest Pain
Term
What % adults are affected by GERD?
Definition
15-20%
Term
What can GERD lead to?
Definition
Esophageal strictures
Barrett's esophagus (cancer)
Term
Dx GERD
Definition
Barium Swallow
Upper endoscopy
24 hr ambulatory pH (check for regurgitation)
Esophageal manometry (sphincters pressure & peristalsis)
Term
Rx GERD
Definition
PPIs
H2 receptor blockers
Antacids
Promotility agents
Protectants/Anti-ulcer (sucralfate)
Term
What GERD medication do you need to stagger with other meds in order to prevent malabsorption?
Definition
Antacids
Term
Who are antacids contraindicated in?
Definition
Pt c renal impairment
Term
What problems does using Sodium bicarb at home for GERD cause?
Definition
Fluid retention - Edema/HTN/CHF aggravation
Metabolic alkalosis
Inc. intra-abd. pressure
Delays pt from seeking care
Term
What side FX do aluminum based antacids have?
Definition
Constipation
Dec. effects of coumadin and digoxin
Inc. Sodium - CHF/HTN risk
Term
H2 receptor blockers (reduce acidity of gastric juices) Take HS even if Sx relieved
Definition
Famotidine (Pepcid)
Ranitidine (Zantac)
Term
PPIs
Definition
Reduce acid secretions
Nexium, Protonix, Prevacid, Prilosec
Term
Anti-ulcer agent
Definition
Sulcralfate (Carafate)
Forms paste with gastric acid to adhere to damaged tissue
Term
Promotility agent Inc. peristalsis and gastric emptying
Definition
Metoclopramide (Reglan) 30 min before meals
Watch for extrapyramidal SEs
Term
Lifestyle changes to prevent GERD
Definition
Don't eat after 8pm
Sit up after eating
Take meds as Rxd
Avoid fats and alcohol & coffee
Term
Surgical GERD Tx
Definition
Nissen fundoplication (tightens lower esophageal sphincter)
Term
Part of stomach protrudes through esophageal hiatus of diaphragm into thoracic cavity
Definition
Hiatal hernia
Term
Dx hiatal hernia
Definition
Ba swallow
Upper endoscopy
Term
Tx Hiatal hernia
Definition
Same as GERD
Term
Absence of peristalsis associated with scar tissue
Definition
Achalasia
Term
Tx achalasia
Definition
Balloon dilation of lower esophageal sphincter every 6 months
Term
Sx Achalasia
Definition
Dysphagia
Fullness in chest w/meals
Chest pain @ rest
Night time cough and hoarseness
Term
May result from untreated GERD
Definition
Barrett's Esophagus
Term
What type of cancer is Barrett's Esophagus?
Definition
Squamous cell
Adenocarcinoma
Term
Risk factors Barrett's Esophagus
Definition
Smoking
Chronic ETOH
Term
Manifestations Barrett's Esophagus
Definition
Hoarse voice
Progressive dysphagia with pain while swallowing
Choking, coughing
Anorexia
Weight loss
Term
Late manifestation Barrett's Esophagus
Definition
Tracheoesophageal fistulas
Term
Tx Esophageal cancer
Definition
Surgical Resection
Palliative
Term
Complications of radiation to esophagus
Definition
Perforation
Strictures
Hemorrhage
Term
Dx Esophageal cancer
Definition
Barium Swallow
Esophagoscopy
CXR, CT, MRI
Albumin
Term
Altered Nutrition Interventions for Esophageal cancer
Definition
Pain control
TF PRN
Check labs (albumin, electrolytes)
Check I & O
Daily weights
Swallowing
Term
Risk for Ineffective airway clearance and aspiration r/t Esophageal Cancer Nsg. Interventions
Definition
HOB 30-45
C&DB Q2hrs
Monitor vitals, LOC
Check TF placement
Term
Disorders that affect digestion
Definition
N/V
Stomach cancer
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Gastritis
Term
What is the gastric mucosal barrier composed of?
Definition
Impermeable lipid layer
Bicarb ion secretion
Mucus gel
Term
What interrupts the protective mucosal barrier?
Definition
ASA
NSAIDs
ETOH
Term
Manifestations n/v
Definition
Anorexia
Pallor
Sweating
Tachycardia
Vagal stim - dizziness & ortho HoTN
Term
Complications n/v
Definition
Dehydration
Hypokalemia
Metabolic alkalosis
Aspiration -> Pneumonia
Rupture or teat esophagus
Term
Meds for n/v
Definition
Serotonin receptor antagonists (Zofran)
Dopamine antagonists (Compazine)
Antihistamines (Vistaril)
Cannabinoids (Marinol)
BDZs (Ativan)
Corticosteroids (Decadron)
Term
How low does Hg have to be before you start having major problems?
Definition
8-8.5
Term
GI Bleeding Dx
Definition
CBC
H/H (Iron deficiency, pernicious anemia)
Vit B12
Electrolytes
Coag studies (INR, PT, PTT)
Upper endoscopy (EGD - Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Term
When the gastric mucosa is not working properly, Vit B12 is not absorbed due to the lack of intrinsic factor secreted by gastric mucosa. What dos lack of Vit B12 produce?
Definition
Abnormal large RBCs fragile with limited O2 carrying capacity (Anemia)
Term
GI bleed Tx
Definition
Whole blood infusion
Gastric lavage (Ice to constrict)
IV fluids - NS
Upper endoscopy-sclerosing agent
Term
Pt. teaching r/t GI bleed
Definition
NSAID, ASA use
ETOH use
Food choices
Meds
Term
Vomiting blood
Definition
Hematemesis
Term
Black tarry stools associated with upper GI bleed
Definition
Melena
Term
Bright red blood in stools associated with lower GI bleed
Definition
Hematochezia
Term
How high does the MAP have to be in order to adequately perfuse the kidney?
Definition
>60
Term
Three types of Upper GI bleeds
Definition
Gastritis
PUD
Esophageal Varices
Term
Gastritis due to ASA, NSAIDS, steroids, ETOH, caffeine or H. Pylori
Definition
Acute Gastritis
Term
Stress induced gastritis
Definition
Erosive Gastritis
Term
Inflammation and atrophy gastric tissue gastritis
Definition
Chronic gastritis
Term
What is gastritis?
Definition
Inflammation of the stomach lining & mucosal irritation
Term
Why are most hospitalized pts on PPIs?
Definition
Risk for Erosive (stress) Gastritis

When going into the hospital
1. BS Increases
2. Catabolism
3. Inc. HCl production r/t stress
Term
Manifestations Acute Gastritis
Definition
N/V
Anorexia
Hematemesis, Melena
Abd. pain

If perforation: BLEEDING, shock & acute abd pain
Term
Acute gastritis Tx
Definition
NPO 6-12 hrs
Clear liquids -> full->solids
If n/v persist = IV fluids c electrolytes
Term
Acute gastritis Rx
Definition
PPIs
H2 receptor blockers
Sucralfate
Term
Prevention erosive gastritis
Definition
PPI
H2 receptor blocker
Sucralfate
Avoid stress, alternative relaxation measures
Term
Manifestations Erosive Gastritis
Definition
Not associated with pain
Bleeding occurs 2 or more days after stress event
Risk for perforation - watch for s/s peritonitis
Term
Chronic gastritis risk factors
Definition
Elderly
Tobacco use
Term
Etiology Chronic Gastritis
Definition
Autoimmune
H. Pylorus
Beginning w/ superficial inflammation and leading to atrophy of gastric tissue
Term
Manifestations Chronic Gastritis
Definition
Vague gastric distress
Epigastric heaviness not relieved by antacids
Fatigue r/t anemia
Term
Tx H. Pylori
Definition
Metronidazole
Clarithromycin
PPI
Pepto Bismol
Term
How is H. Pylori transmitted?
Definition
Fecal-oral
Oral-oral
Term
Patho H. Pylori
Definition
Bacteria irritate mucus gel and produce enzymes that decrease the efficacy of the mucus gel in protecting the gastric mucosa
Term
Manifestations H. Pylori
Definition
Gnawing
Burning
Hunger-like pains
Aching
Term
A break in the mucous lining of GI tract that comes in contact w/gastric juice
Definition
Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)
Term
Manifestations PUD
Definition
Pain ->Food->Relief
Term
Patho PUD
Definition
H. Pylori
Drinking
Smoking
NSAIDs and ASA
Term
PUD Complications
Definition
Hemorrhage
Perforation
Outlet obstruction
Term
Most commonly affected areas by PUD
Definition
Duodenum (most common)
Esophagus
Stomach
Term
Tx Hemorrhage r/t PUD
Definition
Maintain Circ
IV Fluids
Gastroscopy-laser to seal bleeding vessels
NPO
PPI (IV)
Blood products PRBCs
Term
Tx Perforation hemorrhage
Definition
IV Abx
Surgery
Term
Tx Gastric Outlet obstruction
Definition
Balloon to dilate
NPO
NG decompression
NS + K+
H2 receptor blockers IV
Surgery last resort
Term
Dx PUD
Definition
Upper GI series c Barium
Gastroscopy
Term
Gastroscopy Procedure
Definition
NPO 6-8 hrs before
No dentures, eyewear
No eating after until gag reflex
Term
Rx PUD
Definition
Pepto (inc. mucosal bicarb and prostaglandin to heal ulcer + abx activity)
H2 receptor blockers (HS)
PPIs (before meal)
Term
Adenocarcinoma with few Sxs; advanced when Dx'd.
Definition
Stomach cancer
Term
Risk factors stomach cancer
Definition
Nitrates
Smoked meats
H. Pylori
Gastric polyps
Term
Tx stomach cancer
Definition
Gastric surgery (remove)
Term
Patho Dumping Syndrome
Definition
Hypertonic food bolus ->
Empties quickly into intestine ->
Hypertonic food brings lots of water in from surrounding tissues ->
Increases peristalsis ->
Causes swelling of intestine, cramping, and borborygmi ->
Blood volume decreased due to water being pulled in ->
Decreased blood volume & orthostatic hypotension
Term
What should patients do if they are experiencing dumping syndrome?
Definition
Lie down (ortho HoTN)
Term
Sx of dumping syndrome
Definition
Faintness
Sweating
Palpitations
Diarrhea
Term
Pt. teaching to decrease dumping syndrome
Definition
Eat small, frequent meals
Separate foods and liquids
Avoid foods that increase dumping syndrome
Increase protein & fats to slow emptying
Lie down for 1 hr after meals
Term
What is a complication of stomach cancer/ gastric surgery?
Definition
Pernicious anemia
Term
This organ stores bile
Definition
Gall bladder
Term
What happens with the gall bladder when fatty foods enter the duodenum?
Definition
Releases bile at sphincter of Oddi
Term
Gallbladder stones
Definition
Cholelithiasis
Term
Gallbladder Inflammation
Definition
Cholecystitis
Term
Who is likely to have cholelithiasis or cholecystitis?
Definition
Fat, fair, female forty
Term
What happens in cholecystitis?
Definition
Inflammation of gallbladder ->
Obstruction inc. pressure within gallbladder ->
Ischemia can lead to necrosis or perforation
Term
Cholecystitis complications
Definition
Gangrene & perforation -> peritonitis
Chronic cholecystitis
Empyema
Fistula formation
GI paralytic ileus
Term
How are gallbladder stones formed?
Definition
Abnormal bile composition ->
Biliary stasis ->
Gallbladder inflammation
Term
Pain mgmt cholelithiasis
Definition
No fat in diet
VS (esp temp) Q4hrs
Semi-fowler's position to take pressure off inflamed GB
Morphine or Demerol for severe pain
Term
Which gallbladder disease has longer acting pain?
Definition
Cholecystitis
Term
Which gallbladder disorder presents with pain increased by movement and breathing, pain generalized RUQ, n/v, anorexia, and chills and fever?
Definition
Cholecystitis
Term
Which gallbladder disorder presents with pain localized to epigastrum and RUQ, RUQ tender with guarding, n/v?
Definition
Cholelithiasis
Term
When is surgery on the bile duct indicated?
Definition
When stones are lodged in ducts
Term
How is bile passed after gallbladder surgery?
Definition
T-tube (patency & bile passage)
Term
What do you worry about with T-tube care?
Definition
Obstruction, drainage amount and color, infection, pulling/traction, pt. protecting tube, Fowler's position with drain below surgical wound
Term
How much drainage should there be with a t-tube?
Definition
500 cc first day then <200 cc/day
Term
Liver functions
Definition
Secretes bile
Metabolizes protein, carbs, fats, drugs, RBCs
Stores vitamins, iron & blood
Synthesizes albumin, globulins and clotting factors
Regulates glucose
Converts ammonia to urea
Term
Primary liver disorders
Definition
Hepatitis
Cirrhosis
Cancer
Term
Inflammation of the liver
Definition
Hepatitis
Term
Etiology of Hepatitis
Definition
1. Viral
2. Potentially ETOH, drugs & toxins, Tyelenol
Term
Phases of hepatitis
Definition
Preicteric
Icteric
Posticteric
Term
Preicteric phase
Definition
Flu-like, fever, fatigue
N/V
Muscle aches
Term
Icteric phase
Definition
Jaundice
Pruritis
Clay colored stools
Brown urine
Appetite Inc.
Fever Dec.
Term
Posticteric phase
Definition
Energy Inc.
Pain subsides
Bilirubin normal

Damage already done
Term
Type of hepatitis with fecal-oral transmission, 2 dose vaccination, healthcare, daycare and restaurant workers at risk
Definition
Hep A
Term
Type of hepatitis with:
Blood & body fluid transmission
3 dose vaccine
Healthcare workers, gay men & prisoners at risk
Definition
Hep B
Term
Type of Hepatitis:
Blood and body fluid transmission
No vaccine
IV drug abusers at risk
Definition
Hep C
Term
Which type of Hepatitis can you get an IM Immunoglobin within two weeks of exposure?
Definition
Hep A
Term
Which type of Hepatitis can you get a short acting immunity (HGIB IM) and concurrently start vaccinations for after exposure?
Definition
Hep B
Term
Which type of Hepatitis has no vaccine and no post-exposure prevention treatment?
Definition
Hep C
Term
This type of hepatitis is self-limiting (2 months) but has no Tx after Dxd.
Definition
Hep A
Term
Type of hepatitis Txd with Interferon alpha and ribavirin?
Definition
Hep C
Term
Type of Hepatitis treated with interferon alpha and lamivudine
Definition
Hep B
Term
Most clinical recovery of Hepatitis happens within _______.
Definition
3-16 weeks
Term
Tx acute hepatitis
Definition
Avoid ETOH & Tylenol
Bedrest
Adequate nutrition as tolerated
Avoid strenuous activity
Term
End stage chronic liver disease that is progressive and irreversible and leads to liver failure.
Definition
Cirrhosis
Term
Patho Cirrhosis
Definition
Functional liver tissue gradually destroyed and replaced w/fibrous scar tissue interrupting blood flow and increasing blood pressure
Term
Manifestation of liver disease
Definition
Jaundice
Pruritis
Brown urine
Pale stools
Liver enlargment
RUQ dull ache
Weakness
Inc. bilirubin level
Term
Later manifestations liver disease
Definition
Impaired metabolism
Altered LOC (Ammonia)
Anemia
Thrombocytopenia
Ascites
Peripheral edema
Bleeding
Term
This symptom of liver disease manifests when bile salts come to the skin
Definition
Pruritis
Term
Dx liver disease
Definition
Liver biopsy

Can also look at:
Inc. Ammonia levels
Inc. Bilirubin levels
Inc. PT s
Dec. albumin
Dec. glucose and cholesterol
Abd. US
Upper endoscopy
Term
Complications liver disease
Definition
Portal HTN
Ascites
Peripheral edema
Esophageal varices
Hemorrhoids
Splenomegaly
Hepatic Encephalopathy
Hepatorenal syndrome
Term
What does portal HTN cause?
Definition
Rerouting of blood to lower pressure vessels - causes bulging and too much pressure on these vessels
Term
What happens with splenomegaly as a result of inc. portal HTN?
Definition
Blood is shunted to spleen
Rates of RBC, WBC & platelet removal from circulation is affected.
Blood cell destruction increased.

Anemia
Leukopenia
Thrombocytopenia
Term
Inc. hydrostatic pressure from portal HTN and Dec. Albumin r/t liver malfunction leads to what?
Definition
Ascites
Term
Condition resulting from liver disease that manifests as renal failure w/azotemia, Na+ retention, Oliguria and HoTN
Definition
Hepatorenal syndrome
Term
When ammonia cannot be converted to urea in the liver due to malfunction of the liver what happens?
Definition
Hepatic encephalopathy

Normal -> Tremors ->Agitation -> Confusion -> Coma
Term
Is BUN higher or lower in hepatic encephalopathy?
Definition
Lower (blood UREA Nitrogen)
Term
Manifestation of hepatic encephalopathy in which involuntary jerking movements of extremities, feet and tongue
Definition
Asterixis (liver flap)
Term
Rx Cirrhosis to decrease fluid retention
Definition
Diuretics (spironolactone & furosemide (Lasix))
Term
Rx Cirrhosis to bring down ammonia levels
Definition
Lactulose (diarrhea)
Neomycin (Abx)
Term
Rx Cirrhosis to Dec. BP
Definition
Beta-blockers (eg atenolol)
Term
Rx Cirrhosis to Increase clotting
Definition
Vit. K
Term
Cirrhosis Dietary needs
Definition
Na+ and fluid restriction
Protein restriction if NH4 High (60 g/day)
Vit supplements B complex, folate, vit ADE
Mg+ replacement if Etiology ETOH
Term
Cirrhosis Txs
Definition
Paracentesis (drain ascites)
TIPS (temporary help - bypasses the liver)
Transplantation
Term
Examples of bleeding precautions (Cirrhosis)
Definition
Soft toothbrush
Don't blow nose too hard
Keep stool soft
No enemas, rectal temps or injections
Watch for bruising
Apply pressure to bleeding sites fo 5 min
Term
Liver cancer potential etiologies
Definition
Chronic Hep B or C
Cirrhosis
Contaminated water
Carcinogens in food
Term
Where do exocrine pancreas enzymes empty to?
Definition
Through duct to the small intestine
Term
Inflammation and self destruction of the pancreas by its own enzymes. Autodigestion
Definition
Pancreatitis
Term
Etiology pancreatitis
Definition
ETOH, gallstones, surgery, infection, hyperlipidemia, NSAIDs, steroids, estrogen
Term
Acute pancreatitis manifestations
Definition
Abrupt onset
Pain LUQ
n/v
fever
Dec. BP
Cold, clammy skin
Retroperitoneal bleeding
Term
Chronic pancreatitis manifestations
Definition
Recurrent epigastric & LUQ pain
n/v, wt loss
Flatulence
Constipation
Steatorrhea
Term
Where does pancreatitis pain radiate to? How is it sometimes relieved?
Definition
Radiates to back.
Relieved by sitting up and leaning forward
Term
What is pancreatitis pain initiated by?
Definition
Fatty meal or excessive ETOH
Term
Pancreatitis progression
Definition
Inflammation -> Enzymes released -> Destruction of cells -> hemorrhage & necrosis
Term
Bruising of flanks
Definition
Turner's sign
Term
Superficial edema and bruising of SQ tissue around umbilicus
Definition
Cullen's sign
Term
Cullen's and Turner's signs +
Definition
Retroperitoneal bleeding
Term
Pancreatitis complications
Definition
Pancreatic necrosis
Abscess
Pseudocysts
Ascites
Term
Pancreatic disorders Rx
Definition
Narcotics
Pancreatic enzyme supplements for life
H2 receptor blocker
PPI
Term
Pancreas Cancer Tx
Definition
Whipple
Chemotherapy
Term
Nsg. Dxs Pancreatitis
Definition
Pain
Nutritional deficit
Fluid volume deficit
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