Colonoscopy and Ultrasonography Procedures
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What is diverticular disease?

A formation of sak-like herniation of the lining, usually occurring in the sigmoid colon.

What is diverticulosis?

Multiple diverticula are present without inflammation.

What is diverticulitis?

Diverticulosis with inflammation caused by trapped fecal matters and undigested foods retained in a diverticulum.

What are the clinical manifestations of diverticulitis?

<p>Nausea and anorexia, bloating and abdominal distention, chronic constipation with diarrhea, signs of infection, colicky pain at left lower quadrant, occult bleeding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the diagnostic procedures for diverticular disease?

<p>Colonoscopy, Barium Enema, CT Scan, Abdominal X-ray.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the nursing/collaborative management for diverticular disease?

<p>Antibiotics, analgesics, anticholinergic medications, Meperidine for pain relief, instructing client to avoid activities causing increased abdominal pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of Chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disorders mentioned in the text?

<p>A. Ulcerative Colitis B. Crohn's Disease (Regional Enteritis)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the characteristics of Ulcerative Colitis.

<p>An inflammatory and ulcerative disease of the bowel that results in poor absorption of nutrients. It commonly begins in the rectum and spreads upward, affecting the mucosal and submucosal layers of the colon and rectum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the risk factors associated with Ulcerative Colitis?

<p>Age, Jewish Descent/White, Family History, Abnormal Immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some clinical manifestations of Ulcerative Colitis?

<p>Anorexia, Weight Loss, Diarrhea (20-30 liquid stools per day), Malaise, Left lower quadrant abdominal pain, Tenderness, Rectal Bleeding, Dehydration with electrolyte imbalance, Anemia, Vitamin K deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

List some diagnostic procedures used for Ulcerative Colitis.

<p>Colonoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, Barium Enema, CBC, Abdominal X-ray, Stool Examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some interventions recommended for the acute phase of Ulcerative Colitis?

<p>Maintain NPO and administer fluids and electrolytes through IV or via Parenteral nutrition, restrict the client's activity to reduce intestinal activity, monitor bowel sounds and for abdominal tenderness and cramping, monitor stool for color, consistency, presence of blood, and for bowel perforation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary pharmacological management priority for diverticular disease?

<p>Relieve the inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What surgical intervention involves the total removal of the colon with the anus and the creation of an ileal stoma permanently?

<p>Proctocolectomy with Ileostomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the clinical manifestation of diverticular disease that involves diarrhea with mucus and pus, with 5-6 soft stools per day?

<p>Diarrhea with mucus and pus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic procedure is commonly used to visualize the gastrointestinal tract and detect abnormalities like diverticula?

<p>Colonoscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What dietary instructions should be given to a client with diverticular disease?

<p>Avoid gas-forming foods, milk products, raw fruits and vegetables, alcohol, and caffeine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of surgery involves the creation of a continent ileal reservoir by diverting a portion of the ileum to the abdominal wall?

<p>Continental Ileostomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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