Diagnostic evaluation
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upper GI, lower GI, CT, MRI, PET
endoscopic procedures, manometry & electrophysiologic studies, gastric
analysis, laparoscopy
,TX for diarrhea
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stop or change ABX, probiotics, practice meticulous hand washing, confine
pt, wear protective gear, use standard and contact precautions, prevent
secondary spread, teach safety
NSG interventions for constipation:
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assist MD in treating the underlying cause of constipation, encourage high
fiber diet, inc. fluid intake, administer prescribed laxatives, stool softeners,
enemas; assist in relieving stress
toddler considerations
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physiologic maturity is first priority for bowel training
bismuth, iron salts, licorice, and charcoal turn stool
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diarrhea risk factors:
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ABX therapy, elderly, immunocompromised,GI surgery, NGT, PPIs
diarrhea is caused by
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abnormal intestinal water and electrolyte transport
Late Dumping Syndrome-
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occurs 90 mins to 3 hrs after a meal. Is caused by release of an excessive
amount of insulin
systemic disorders that can lead to constipation
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upper GI, lower GI, CT, MRI, PET
endoscopic procedures, manometry & electrophysiologic studies, gastric
analysis, laparoscopy
,TX for diarrhea
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stop or change ABX, probiotics, practice meticulous hand washing, confine
pt, wear protective gear, use standard and contact precautions, prevent
secondary spread, teach safety
NSG interventions for constipation:
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assist MD in treating the underlying cause of constipation, encourage high
fiber diet, inc. fluid intake, administer prescribed laxatives, stool softeners,
enemas; assist in relieving stress
toddler considerations
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physiologic maturity is first priority for bowel training
bismuth, iron salts, licorice, and charcoal turn stool
Give this one a try later!
, black
diarrhea risk factors:
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ABX therapy, elderly, immunocompromised,GI surgery, NGT, PPIs
diarrhea is caused by
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abnormal intestinal water and electrolyte transport
Late Dumping Syndrome-
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occurs 90 mins to 3 hrs after a meal. Is caused by release of an excessive
amount of insulin
systemic disorders that can lead to constipation
Give this one a try later!
