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What is the primary problem in volvulus?
What is the primary problem in volvulus?
- Infection of the stomach lining
- Twisting of the intestine (correct)
- Blockage of the bile duct
- Inflammation of the appendix
In what age group does volvulus most commonly occur?
In what age group does volvulus most commonly occur?
- Adolescents
- Infants around 6 months old (correct)
- Adults
- Elderly individuals
Why is volvulus considered a medical emergency?
Why is volvulus considered a medical emergency?
- It can cause rapid dehydration
- It only causes mild discomfort
- It requires immediate surgical intervention to prevent tissue damage and death (correct)
- It always leads to chronic diarrhea
Which of the following is a common symptom of volvulus in infants?
Which of the following is a common symptom of volvulus in infants?
What is a typical diagnostic procedure for volvulus?
What is a typical diagnostic procedure for volvulus?
What is the primary treatment for volvulus?
What is the primary treatment for volvulus?
Which of the following is a typical nursing intervention for an infant with volvulus?
Which of the following is a typical nursing intervention for an infant with volvulus?
What is a non-pharmacological intervention that can help manage discomfort in infants with volvulus?
What is a non-pharmacological intervention that can help manage discomfort in infants with volvulus?
Which of the following vital sign abnormalities might be observed in an infant with volvulus?
Which of the following vital sign abnormalities might be observed in an infant with volvulus?
What is an important consideration for post-operative care following volvulus surgery?
What is an important consideration for post-operative care following volvulus surgery?
Flashcards
Volvulus
Volvulus
Twisting of the intestine, most often in infants around 6 months old.
Volvulus Symptoms
Volvulus Symptoms
Intense crying/pain, abdominal distention, bilious vomiting, tachycardia, and tachypnea.
Volvulus Diagnosis
Volvulus Diagnosis
Upper GI series.
Volvulus Treatment
Volvulus Treatment
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Volvulus Nursing Interventions
Volvulus Nursing Interventions
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Study Notes
- Volvulus involves the twisting of the intestine
- It most often occurs in infants around six months old
- Volvulus is a medical emergency requiring immediate intervention
- Symptoms include:
- Intense crying and signs of pain
- Abdominal distention
- Bilious vomiting (vomit containing bile)
- Tachycardia (rapid heart rate)
- Tachypnea (rapid breathing)
- Diagnosis is typically made via an upper GI series (imaging of the upper digestive tract)
- Treatment requires emergency surgery to correct the intestinal twisting
- Nursing interventions include:
- Inserting and maintaining a nasogastric (NG) tube
- Providing a pacifier for non-nutritive sucking
- Implementing pain management strategies
- Advancing the infant's diet post-operation as prescribed by the healthcare provider
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