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Which of the following is a common finding in the early stages of cirrhosis?
Which of the following is a common finding in the early stages of cirrhosis?
A patient with cirrhosis is exhibiting a coarse hand tremor. What is the medical term for this finding?
A patient with cirrhosis is exhibiting a coarse hand tremor. What is the medical term for this finding?
A patient with cirrhosis develops esophageal varices. What is the underlying cause of this complication?
A patient with cirrhosis develops esophageal varices. What is the underlying cause of this complication?
Which laboratory finding is consistent with the decreased liver function and impaired albumin production in cirrhosis?
Which laboratory finding is consistent with the decreased liver function and impaired albumin production in cirrhosis?
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A patient experiencing chronic cholecystitis without calculi, who is athletic and thin, is LEAST likely to exhibit which of the following?
A patient experiencing chronic cholecystitis without calculi, who is athletic and thin, is LEAST likely to exhibit which of the following?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a risk factor for cholecystitis?
Which of the following is NOT considered a risk factor for cholecystitis?
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A patient with cirrhosis develops an enlarged spleen. What specific term describes this condition?
A patient with cirrhosis develops an enlarged spleen. What specific term describes this condition?
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What nutritional modification is generally recommended for a patient with cirrhosis?
What nutritional modification is generally recommended for a patient with cirrhosis?
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A patient reports upper abdominal pain that radiates to the right shoulder. Which assessment finding is MOST specific to cholecystitis?
A patient reports upper abdominal pain that radiates to the right shoulder. Which assessment finding is MOST specific to cholecystitis?
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A patient with cirrhosis is having difficulty absorbing fat-soluble vitamins. Which of the following is most likely impaired?
A patient with cirrhosis is having difficulty absorbing fat-soluble vitamins. Which of the following is most likely impaired?
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Which lab value is LEAST likely to be elevated in a patient with cholecystitis?
Which lab value is LEAST likely to be elevated in a patient with cholecystitis?
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Which diagnostic test is typically the initial choice for evaluating a patient with suspected cholecystitis?
Which diagnostic test is typically the initial choice for evaluating a patient with suspected cholecystitis?
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Which nursing assessment finding would be of particular concern in a patient with esophageal varices?
Which nursing assessment finding would be of particular concern in a patient with esophageal varices?
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Increased levels of what substance in the blood is a major contributor to the cognitive changes in hepatic encephalopathy?
Increased levels of what substance in the blood is a major contributor to the cognitive changes in hepatic encephalopathy?
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A patient with cholecystitis is experiencing moderate, biliary pain. What medication is MOST appropriate?
A patient with cholecystitis is experiencing moderate, biliary pain. What medication is MOST appropriate?
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Which nursing intervention should be avoided for a patient diagnosed with cholecystitis?
Which nursing intervention should be avoided for a patient diagnosed with cholecystitis?
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Which of the following is a medication class frequently used in the management of ascites, but requires monitoring of electrolyte levels?
Which of the following is a medication class frequently used in the management of ascites, but requires monitoring of electrolyte levels?
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Which medication is used for the long-term management of dissolving gallstones?
Which medication is used for the long-term management of dissolving gallstones?
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A patient considering Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) for symptomatic gallstones should be excluded if they have which of the following condition?
A patient considering Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) for symptomatic gallstones should be excluded if they have which of the following condition?
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What is a common late-stage or chronic manifestation of cholecystitis?
What is a common late-stage or chronic manifestation of cholecystitis?
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Diverticula most commonly develop in which part of the digestive system?
Diverticula most commonly develop in which part of the digestive system?
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Which of the following dietary factors is most closely associated with the development of diverticula?
Which of the following dietary factors is most closely associated with the development of diverticula?
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Which diagnostic test is considered most definitive for diagnosing diverticulitis?
Which diagnostic test is considered most definitive for diagnosing diverticulitis?
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A patient with acute diverticulitis is experiencing severe abdominal pain. Which of the following medications should be specifically avoided?
A patient with acute diverticulitis is experiencing severe abdominal pain. Which of the following medications should be specifically avoided?
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Which symptom is most indicative of a peptic ulcer hemorrhage?
Which symptom is most indicative of a peptic ulcer hemorrhage?
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Which of these assessment findings would be MOST indicative of peritonitis in a patient with diverticulitis?
Which of these assessment findings would be MOST indicative of peritonitis in a patient with diverticulitis?
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What is a common cause of pyloric obstruction in peptic ulcer disease?
What is a common cause of pyloric obstruction in peptic ulcer disease?
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Following an acute episode of diverticulitis, what is the recommended dietary approach when symptoms subside?
Following an acute episode of diverticulitis, what is the recommended dietary approach when symptoms subside?
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A patient with a peptic ulcer is experiencing sudden, sharp abdominal pain and a rigid abdomen. Which complication is most likely?
A patient with a peptic ulcer is experiencing sudden, sharp abdominal pain and a rigid abdomen. Which complication is most likely?
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Which of the following activities should be avoided by a patient with diverticulitis during an inflammatory episode?
Which of the following activities should be avoided by a patient with diverticulitis during an inflammatory episode?
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What is the most serious complication associated with peptic ulcer disease?
What is the most serious complication associated with peptic ulcer disease?
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Which of the following is a potential complication of diverticulitis, caused by perforation of the bowel into an adjacent organ?
Which of the following is a potential complication of diverticulitis, caused by perforation of the bowel into an adjacent organ?
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Which of the following is a symptom of perforation in peptic ulcer disease?
Which of the following is a symptom of perforation in peptic ulcer disease?
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What is a common laboratory finding in a patient with diverticulitis?
What is a common laboratory finding in a patient with diverticulitis?
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What type of surgical treatment is indicated for severe or recurrent diverticulitis?
What type of surgical treatment is indicated for severe or recurrent diverticulitis?
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What is a common risk factor for peptic ulcer disease?
What is a common risk factor for peptic ulcer disease?
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What symptom is a common indicator of pyloric obstruction?
What symptom is a common indicator of pyloric obstruction?
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Which symptom is characteristic of peptic ulcer hemorrhage, particularly in older adults?
Which symptom is characteristic of peptic ulcer hemorrhage, particularly in older adults?
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Which surgical procedure is classified as 'urgent'?
Which surgical procedure is classified as 'urgent'?
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Which procedure is considered an 'emergency'?
Which procedure is considered an 'emergency'?
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A liver biopsy to confirm hepatitis is classified as what type of surgery by purpose?
A liver biopsy to confirm hepatitis is classified as what type of surgery by purpose?
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Which of these is an example of an ablative procedure?
Which of these is an example of an ablative procedure?
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Restoring the appearance of malnourised tissues is classified as what type of surgery by purpose?
Restoring the appearance of malnourised tissues is classified as what type of surgery by purpose?
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Which type of anesthesia involves the patient being in a drug-induced coma?
Which type of anesthesia involves the patient being in a drug-induced coma?
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A patient who is awake and maintains their own airway, but is drowsy and may have amnesia, is likely under which type of anesthesia?
A patient who is awake and maintains their own airway, but is drowsy and may have amnesia, is likely under which type of anesthesia?
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Which type of anesthesia blocks pain impulses without loss of consciousness?
Which type of anesthesia blocks pain impulses without loss of consciousness?
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An injection of anesthetic into the venous circulation of an extremity for surgery is known as what?
An injection of anesthetic into the venous circulation of an extremity for surgery is known as what?
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A patient undergoing a mastectomy is most likely going to have which kind of anesthesia and surgery by risk?
A patient undergoing a mastectomy is most likely going to have which kind of anesthesia and surgery by risk?
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Which assessment finding is most indicative of potential fluid volume deficit in a patient with a peptic ulcer?
Which assessment finding is most indicative of potential fluid volume deficit in a patient with a peptic ulcer?
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A patient is scheduled for an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). What is the primary purpose of this procedure in the context of peptic ulcer disease?
A patient is scheduled for an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). What is the primary purpose of this procedure in the context of peptic ulcer disease?
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Which of the following surgical intervention involves removing the lower portion of the stomach and attaching the remainder to the jejunum?
Which of the following surgical intervention involves removing the lower portion of the stomach and attaching the remainder to the jejunum?
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What is the primary goal of a vagotomy in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease?
What is the primary goal of a vagotomy in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease?
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A patient is prescribed magnesium hydroxide with aluminum hydroxide for peptic ulcer disease. What is a critical piece of patient education regarding the timing of this medication?
A patient is prescribed magnesium hydroxide with aluminum hydroxide for peptic ulcer disease. What is a critical piece of patient education regarding the timing of this medication?
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A patient is taking aluminum hydroxide for peptic ulcer disease. Which potential side effect should the nurse monitor?
A patient is taking aluminum hydroxide for peptic ulcer disease. Which potential side effect should the nurse monitor?
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A patient is prescribed sucralfate for peptic ulcer disease. Which instruction should be given to the patient regarding medication administration?
A patient is prescribed sucralfate for peptic ulcer disease. Which instruction should be given to the patient regarding medication administration?
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Which medication is contraindicated for use in patients with kidney problems?
Which medication is contraindicated for use in patients with kidney problems?
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What is a priority nursing action when administering pantoprazole (Protonix) intravenously (IV)?
What is a priority nursing action when administering pantoprazole (Protonix) intravenously (IV)?
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A patient is using bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol). What should the patient be educated to avoid during this medication therapy?
A patient is using bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol). What should the patient be educated to avoid during this medication therapy?
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Which of the following is a primary focus of patient education for clients with peptic ulcer disease?
Which of the following is a primary focus of patient education for clients with peptic ulcer disease?
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A patient is taking omeprazole (Prilosec) for PUD. What should a nurse monitor for given the known side effects of this medication?
A patient is taking omeprazole (Prilosec) for PUD. What should a nurse monitor for given the known side effects of this medication?
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A patient, who is of childbearing age, is prescribed misoprostol. What education point should the patient receive regarding this medication?
A patient, who is of childbearing age, is prescribed misoprostol. What education point should the patient receive regarding this medication?
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Which diagnostic test is considered the most common for peptic ulcer disease, allowing for visualization and biopsy?
Which diagnostic test is considered the most common for peptic ulcer disease, allowing for visualization and biopsy?
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A patient with peptic ulcer disease has been prescribed an H2 antagonist. When should the patient take this medication?
A patient with peptic ulcer disease has been prescribed an H2 antagonist. When should the patient take this medication?
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Flashcards
Cholecystitis
Cholecystitis
Inflammation of the gallbladder, often with bile obstruction.
Symptoms of Cholecystitis
Symptoms of Cholecystitis
Includes upper abdominal pain, jaundice, clay-colored stools, and nausea.
Risk Factors for Cholecystitis
Risk Factors for Cholecystitis
Factors include obesity, ethnicity, pregnancy, and family history.
High White Blood Cell Count
High White Blood Cell Count
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Ultrasound of URQ
Ultrasound of URQ
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Nausea and Vomiting Treatment
Nausea and Vomiting Treatment
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Steatorrhea
Steatorrhea
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Ursodiol and Chenodiol
Ursodiol and Chenodiol
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Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
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Risk Factors: Low Fat Diet
Risk Factors: Low Fat Diet
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Hemorrhage
Hemorrhage
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Perforation
Perforation
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Pyloric Obstruction
Pyloric Obstruction
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Intractable Disease
Intractable Disease
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Hematemesis
Hematemesis
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Melena
Melena
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Symptoms of Hemorrhage
Symptoms of Hemorrhage
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Symptoms of Perforation
Symptoms of Perforation
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Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis
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Types of Cirrhosis
Types of Cirrhosis
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Jaundice
Jaundice
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Portal Hypertension
Portal Hypertension
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Ascites
Ascites
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Esophageal Varices
Esophageal Varices
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Hepatic Encephalopathy
Hepatic Encephalopathy
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Splenomegaly
Splenomegaly
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Vitamin Deficiency
Vitamin Deficiency
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Nursing Interventions for Cirrhosis
Nursing Interventions for Cirrhosis
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Urgent procedure
Urgent procedure
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Emergency procedure
Emergency procedure
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Minor surgery
Minor surgery
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Major surgery
Major surgery
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Diagnostic procedure
Diagnostic procedure
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Ablative surgery
Ablative surgery
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Reconstructive surgery
Reconstructive surgery
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Palliative surgery
Palliative surgery
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General anesthesia
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Regional anesthesia
Regional anesthesia
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Diverticula
Diverticula
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Causes of Diverticula
Causes of Diverticula
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Symptoms of Diverticulitis
Symptoms of Diverticulitis
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WBC Count in Diverticulitis
WBC Count in Diverticulitis
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Nursing Interventions
Nursing Interventions
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Complications of Diverticulitis
Complications of Diverticulitis
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Types of Peptic Ulcers
Types of Peptic Ulcers
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Stress Ulcer
Stress Ulcer
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Antibiotic Use in Diverticulitis
Antibiotic Use in Diverticulitis
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Diet Management
Diet Management
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H.pylori infection
H.pylori infection
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Dyspepsia
Dyspepsia
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Epigastric tenderness
Epigastric tenderness
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Urea breath test
Urea breath test
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Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
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Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy
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Antacid function
Antacid function
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Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)
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Mucosal Barrier Fortifiers
Mucosal Barrier Fortifiers
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Antimicrobials for H.pylori
Antimicrobials for H.pylori
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Lifestyle factors for ulcers
Lifestyle factors for ulcers
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Patient education for ulcers
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Vagotomy
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Side effects of antacids
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Food diary importance
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Study Notes
General Study Notes
- This document is a collection of study notes, organized by topic, for a Health Concepts II course.
- It contains information on various health conditions, treatments, and nursing care procedures.
- The document covers topics such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, and peptic ulcer disease, among many others, including nursing care procedures.
- The notes outline detailed information surrounding each condition, including pathophysiology, assessment cues, diagnostic tests, and nursing interventions.
- The notes include details on risks factors, treatment options, and preventative measures for different medical conditions.
- The document also includes a comprehensive overview of perioperative nursing care.
- It contains detailed information about various types of skills, including nasogastric intubation, IV therapy, and indwelling catheter insertion, as well as descriptions of diseases.
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