Med Surg Exam 3 Complete study guide|Galen College of Nursing - NUR 242 MS Exam 3
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Med Surg Exam 3 Streb PP Chapter 7
Chapter 54: Care of Patients with Esophageal Problems, pp. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Risk factors include consumption of foods such as caffeine, alcohol, spicy or fried foods,
chocolate, and tomatoes. Lifestyle factors play a big part especial...
Med Surg Exam 3 Streb PP Chapter 7
Chapter 54: Care of Patients with Esophageal Problems, pp. 1087-
1092 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Risk factors include consumption of foods such as caffeine, alcohol, spicy or fried foods,
chocolate, and tomatoes. Lifestyle factors play a big part especially alcohol and smoking.
• The nursing assessment should include asking about a history of heartburn or atypical
chest pain associated with the reflux of GI contents. GERD manifest differently
depending on the patient and the severity of the disorder.
• Heartburn, dyspepsia, is the most common symptom and may be described as substernal
burning moving up and down the chest. Pain usually develops within 30-60 minutes after
meals. Severe heartburn pain can radiate to the neck, jaw, or back and patients may think
they are having an MI.
• GERD symptoms are exacerbated when lying down flat or bending over. Regurgitation
may lead to aspiration or bronchitis. These patients are at risk of aspirating when lying
flat. Symptoms of GERD include coughing or wheezing at night, dysphagia, belching and
nausea, hoarseness, and insomnia. Assess lungs for the presence of crackles.
Chapter 52: Assessment of the Gastrointestinal System, pp. 1092-1095
Hiatal Hernias (diaphragmatic hernias)
• A condition where a part of the stomach that normally is in the abdominal cavity
protrudes through the esophageal hiatus to rest within the chest cavity.
• Symptoms usually are worse after meals. These symptoms may be made worse when
lying flat and may resolve with sitting up or walking. Patient should immediately report
abdominal pain with nausea, vomiting, and fever.
• Lifestyle changes may include elevating the head of the bed when sleeping to allow
gravity to prevent acid from refluxing into the esophagus and remaining upright after
meals.
• Small frequent meals may help instead of eating two or three larger meals a day. Avoid
vigorous movement after meals.
• Some foods that should be avoided include spicy, greasy foods, onions, tomatoes
and citrus fruits, however, most individuals are generally aware of the foods that
trigger heartburn symptoms and avoid them.
Chapter 54, Care of Patients with Esophageal Problems, pp.
1089 Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
• An esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), which is also known as an upper endoscopy or
upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, is a diagnostic procedure that is performed to view the
esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (part of the small intestine). In an EGD, the doctor
uses an endoscope, a flexible, tube-like, telescopic instrument with a tiny camera
mounted at its tip, to examine images of the upper digestive tract displayed on a monitor
in the examination room.
• Small instruments may also be passed through the tube to treat certain disorders or to
perform biopsies (remove small samples of tissue).
, • Certain medications (such as aspirin, anticoagulants and the anti-inflammatory drugs
called NSAIDs) should be discontinued at least five to seven days before an EGD to
reduce the risk of bleeding.
• NPO - Patients will be asked not to eat or drink anything for at least 8 hours before the
procedure to ensure that the upper intestinal tract will be empty.
• Before the procedure, patients may be given a moderate sedative and/or pain medication,
usually by intravenous injection.
• Monitor gag reflex, the sedation will block the gag reflex to prevent aspiration.
• Keep NPO until they get their gag reflex back. (1 to 2 hours before the anesthetic is out
the system).
• Patient must have someone accompany them home after recovery.
Chapter 55: Care of Patients with Stomach Disorders, pp. 1103-
1107 Gastritis
• Gastritis occurs when the lining of the stomach known as the mucosa becomes inflamed
or swollen. When the stomach mucosa becomes inflamed edema, hemorrhage and erosion
of the mucosa occur.
• Medical treatment for gastritis depends on the specific cause. Patients will be instructed
to stop taking irritating medications such as ASA and NSAIDS. Medications to decrease
the amount of hydrochloric acid in the stomach are usually prescribed. These would
include Antacids, H2 antagonists, and Proton pump inhibitors.
• The patient with gastritis is at risk for deficient fluid volume. A nursing priority is to
access for the patient’s hydration status. This would include I&O, daily weights, & VS.
Chapter 55: Care of Patients with Stomach Disorders, pp. 1107-
1115 Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)
• Peptic ulcers are a break in the mucous lining of gastrointestinal tract from continued
contact with gastric juice. This results in inflammation. Pain that is worsened by the
ingestion of food.
• Ulcers in the mucosa of GI tract occur from several different causes. Duodenal ulcers are
associated with a H. pylori infection.
• Gastric ulcers may cause a dull, aching pain, often right after a meal; eating does not
relieve the pain and may even worsen it. Pain may also occur at late at night.
• Other symptoms associated with PUD are nausea with or without vomiting, weight loss,
anorexia, belching and dyspepsia or indigestion. Patient may report a distended abdomen
that is painful.
• Smoking contributes to the pathogenesis of peptic ulcer disease. Smoking causes an
acceleration of gastric emptying of liquids, promotes of duodenogastric reflux and causes
a reduction in mucosal blood flow. Patient should attend a smoking cessation course.
Chapter 55, Care of Patients with Stomach Disorders, pp. 1116-
1119 Gastric Cancer
, • Stomach cancers tend to develop slowly over many years. Before a true cancer develops,
pre-cancerous changes often occur in the inner lining (mucosa) of the stomach. These
early changes rarely cause symptoms and therefore often go undetected.
• The decline of stomach cancer has been linked to the frequent use of antibiotics to treat
infections. Antibiotics can kill the bacteria called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), which is
thought to be a major cause of stomach cancer.
• Administer protein and vitamin supplements to foster wound repair and tissue building.
Eat small, frequent meals rather than three large meals. Reduce fluids with meals but take
them between meals. Stress the importance of long-term vitamin B12 injections after
gastrectomy to prevent surgically induced pernicious anemia.
Chapter 56, Care of Patients with Noninflammatory, pp. 1135-
1137 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) refers to a disorder that involves abdominal pain and
cramping, as well as changes in bowel movements
• Risk factors include consuming a diet high in fats and gas producing foods. Consuming
carbonated beverages, caffeine and alcohol contribute to the development of IBS.
• Smoking and stress are other related factors. Emotional experiences such as anxiety and
depression are also a factor as this affects the autonomic nervous system and its
innervation to the bowel.
• Nursing care for the patient with IBS focuses on education and emotional support. Help
the patient implement lifestyle changes that reduce stress. Remind the patient about
regular exercise, discourage smoking while encouraging the need for regular physical
examinations.
Chapter 56, Care of Patients with Noninflammatory, pp. 1137-
1139 Herniation
• A weakness in the abdominal muscle wall through which a segment of the bowel or other
abdominal structure protrudes. Hernias can also penetrate through any other defect in the
abdominal wall, through the diaphragm, or through other structures in the abdominal
cavity.
• The most significant factors contributing to increased intra-abdominal pressure are
obesity, pregnancy, and lifting heavy objects.
➢ Indirect Inguinal Hernia is a sac formed from the peritoneum that contains a
portion of the intestine or omentum. The hernia pushes downward at an angle
into the inguinal canal. In males, indirect inguinal hernias can become large and
often descend into the scrotum.
➢ Direct Inguinal Hernias, in contrast, pass through a weak point in the abdominal
wall.
➢ Femoral Hernias protrudes through the femoral ring. A plug of fat in the
femoral canal enlarges and eventually pulls the peritoneum and often of the
urinary bladder into the sac.
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