15 Questions
What is a priority in the management of acute pancreatitis?
Control of nausea and vomiting
Which type of medications are used for gastric acid suppression in acute pancreatitis?
Histamine 2 antagonists or proton pump inhibitors
What type of feedings may patients with acute pancreatitis receive?
Parenteral feedings
In the management of acute pancreatitis, what is important to monitor and provide coverage for as needed?
Blood glucose
Which of the following is NOT recommended in the management of acute pancreatitis?
NSAIDs for pain relief
What is the main objective of therapy for acute pancreatitis?
Relieve pain and decrease secretion of pancreatic enzymes
In patients with acute pancreatitis, why must NSAIDs be avoided or used with caution?
They increase the risk of bleeding
Which approach is suggested for pain management in patients with pancreatitis as per the WHO analgesia ladder?
Use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) alone initially
What is a common problem in early acute pancreatitis that can be potentiated with the use of high-dose opioids?
GI paralysis
Why may antiemetic agents be prescribed to patients with acute pancreatitis?
To prevent vomiting
What is the main focus of pain management in acute pancreatitis?
Providing parenteral opioids
Which type of medications are used for acid suppression in acute pancreatitis?
Proton pump inhibitors
What is the primary reason for withholding oral intake in patients with acute pancreatitis?
To relieve symptoms and prevent complications
Which of the following is a key term related to the intravenous provision of fluid and nutrients to patients with nonfunctional gastrointestinal tracts?
Parenteral nutrition
What is a common approach to nausea management in patients with acute pancreatitis?
Using antiemetic agents
Learn about the implementation of the World Health Organization (WHO) analgesia ladder as a pragmatic approach to pain management in patients with pancreatitis. Understand the stepwise escalation from low to high potency of NSAIDs alone or in combination with opioids for effective pain management and to lower the risk of opioid dependency.
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