Upper gi bleed - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

MCCQE Study Guide Questions and Answers 100% Solved What conditions should be considered in an adult presenting with an upper GI bleed? ️️1. Peptic ulcer disease: Duodenal ulcers or Gastric ulcers 2. Varices 3. Mallory-weiss tears 4. Gastritis/esophagitis 5. Aortoenteric fistula 6. Malignancy 7. Angiodysplasia What factors should be considered in the triage of upper GI bleeding? ️️1. Hemodynamic stability: pulse, SBP 2. Hemoglobin level 3. BUN:Creatinine ratio 4. Symp...

The patient, V.C., is a 78-year-old female experiencing an upper gastrointestinal bleed. This occurred due to her overuse of NSAIDs to manage her orthopedic pain. Additionally, she was taking an SSRI to manage depression since the recent loss of her husband. NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen or aspirin, are often associated with gastrointestinal perforation, ulceration, and bleeding. SSRIs, such as sertraline or fluoxetine, are also known to contribute to upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Using this ...

NSG 124 - GI RandomIf GI bleed is suspected, what are the signs of hypovolemic shock? signs of hypovolemic shock such as tachycardia, tachypnea, hypotension, altered level of consciousness, pallor, and cool and clammy skin. what meds would not be given to some one with PUD? corticosteroids, NSAIDs, aspirin - all make ulcers WORSE how is midepigastric pain eliminated in duodenal ulcers? by eating or drinking water or antacids....but that doesn't work for gastric ulcers remember d...

Hemorrhage CORRECT ANSWER discharge of blood from the blood vessels. Arterial bleeding CORRECT ANSWER bright red, rapid flow, bursts according to the pulse pattern Venous bleeding CORRECT ANSWER darker, tends to be slower bleed Signs and symptoms non traumatic internal bleeding CORRECT ANSWER Abdominal tenderness, guarding, rigidity pain. Signs and symptoms internal bleeding CORRECT ANSWER pain, contusions, swelling, blood from openings, hematemesis CORRECT ANSWER vomited blood ...

Clinical Reasoning Cases in Nursing 7th Edition Harding Snyder Test Bank Clinical Reasoning Cases in Nursing 7th Edition Harding Snyder Test Bank Chapter 1.Perfusion MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The nurse is explaining to a student nurse about impaired central perfusion. The nurse knows the student understands this problem when the student states, Central perfusion a. is monitored only by the physician. b. involves the entire body. c. is decreased with hypertension. d. is toxic to the car...

NSG 124 - GI RandomIf GI bleed is suspected, what are the signs of hypovolemic shock? signs of hypovolemic shock such as tachycardia, tachypnea, hypotension, altered level of consciousness, pallor, and cool and clammy skin. what meds would not be given to some one with PUD? corticosteroids, NSAIDs, aspirin - all make ulcers WORSE how is midepigastric pain eliminated in duodenal ulcers? by eating or drinking water or antacids....but that doesn't work for gastric ulcers remember d...

In trauma a low pulse pressure suggests? - correct answer Significant blood loss Blood pressure has a direct effect on? - correct answer The perfusion of the bodys tissues Cells that die during a stroke are called? - correct answer Infarcted cells You are called to a home where a 91 year old man has had a syncopal episode and is vomiting. The caregiver who called 911 stated that the patient's bowel movements have been bright red since yesterday. The patient has not complained of ...

Which of the following meds helps the body transport sugar into the cells? - ANSWER Insulin A 32 year old patient is found unconsious in the snow. You cannot detect a pulse or respiration rate within 10 seconds. What should you do? - ANSWER assess her pulse for 30-45 seconds An adult male is sitting alone in a dark room, rocking back and forth. he mutters to his sock puppet "are you feeling sad?" what should you do? - ANSWER introduce yourself and start an assessment a 42-year-old man...

petite mal seizures are also know as - ANSWER absence seizures present with little or no movement What type of seizure pertains a limited portion of the brain? - ANSWER partial seizure can be localized to one side of the brain What are the management of a seizure? - ANSWER If trauma is noted c-spine precaution Check blood sugar(treat it) Provide ventilatory assistance(apnea) Prepare to intubate, if difficult to bvm assistance Benzodiazepine versed (midazalom) A patient who is exp...

petite mal seizures are also know as - Correct answer-absence seizures present with little or no movement What type of seizure pertains a limited portion of the brain? - Correct answer-partial seizure can be localized to one side of the brain What are the management of a seizure? - Correct answer-If trauma is noted c-spine precaution Check blood sugar(treat it) Provide ventilatory assistance(apnea) Prepare to intubate, if difficult to bvm assistance Benzodiazepine versed (midazalom) A ...