Hypovolemic Shock and GI Bleeding Nursing Interventions

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What is the primary goal of gastric lavage in GI bleeding management?

  • To stimulate digestive enzymes
  • To administer medications directly into the stomach
  • To remove blood and clots from the stomach (correct)
  • To neutralize stomach acid

Which of the following is a risk factor for Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)?

  • Low socioeconomic status
  • History of pneumonia
  • Family history of hypertension
  • Use of NSAIDs and glucocorticoids (correct)

What is the primary complication of gastroduodenal mucosa in duodenal ulcers?

  • Elevated levels of acid production (correct)
  • Decreased digestive enzyme production
  • Increased risk of bleeding
  • Impaired mucosal barrier

Which of the following is a key nursing intervention for managing GI bleeding?

<p>Monitoring pulse oximetry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the association between PUD and other diseases?

<p>PUD is associated with COPD, cirrhosis, and CKD (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of H. pylori infections in Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)?

<p>It disrupts the mucosal barrier, making it more vulnerable to ulcers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of nutritional management in the acute phase of gastritis?

<p>Withhold oral intake and provide IV fluids and electrolytes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is B12 insufficiency a potential complication of gastritis?

<p>The stomach lining is unable to produce intrinsic factor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a surgical intervention for extreme cases of gastritis?

<p>Gastrojejunostomy to detour pylorus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of medical management for bleeding in gastritis?

<p>NG tube suction to manage bleeding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential long-term consequence of gastritis requiring lifelong management?

<p>Vitamin B12 injections due to malabsorption (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of anxiety reduction in gastritis management?

<p>Reduce symptoms of anxiety in patients with gastritis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of Pyloric Stenosis in newborns?

<p>Scarring from multiple bouts of Acute Gastritis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a patient with Gastritis avoid consuming?

<p>Caffeinated beverages (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What medication is contraindicated in pregnancy?

<p>Misoprostol (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of GI bleeding?

<p>Hematemesis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored closely in a patient with GI bleeding?

<p>Fluid volume deficit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of GI bleeding?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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