NUR 1028: Diverticulitis questions with correct answers

The nurse knows that diverticula are what? - Answer pouch like herniation's of the mucosa through the muscle wall of the gut Diverticula can occur in __________ part of ___________ or ___________ _____________. - Answer any small or large intestine Diverticulitis can cause _____________ _______________ (worsens as we age) - Answer muscle weakness Force from the inside of the intestines causes WHAT to bulge? - Answer weakened muscle Diverticula may or may not cause _____________________. - Answer inflammation Diverticulitis causes ________________. - Answer constipation -d/t low fiber intake What is Diverticulosis? - Answer the presence of many abnormal pouch like herniations Diverticulosis usually presents with what kind of symptoms? - Answer usually NO symptoms -if symptoms present; LLQ pain & bleeding