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Core - Medical-Surgical Nursing

Chapter 11

Intestinal and Rectal Disorders

11.1 : Irritable Bowel Syndrome I: Introduction

11.1 : Irritable Bowel Syndrome I: Introduction

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a functional disorder that affects the GI tract, including the stomach and intestines, causing symptoms without ...

11.2 : Irritable Bowel Syndrome II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Evaluation

11.2 : Irritable Bowel Syndrome II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Evaluation

The main clinical feature of irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is disrupted bowel patterns, categorized into subtypes based on predominant symptoms such ...

11.3 : Irritable Bowel Syndrome III: Medical and Nursing Management

11.3 : Irritable Bowel Syndrome III: Medical and Nursing Management

Managing IBS requires a multifaceted approach. Lifestyle modifications, such as relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation, and walking, can ...

11.4 : Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction

11.4 : Acute Pancreatitis I: Introduction

Pancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas, can be acute or chronic. Acute pancreatitis involves rapid inflammation of the pancreas, while chronic ...

11.5 : Acute Pancreatitis II: Clinical Manifestations and Management

11.5 : Acute Pancreatitis II: Clinical Manifestations and Management

Acute pancreatitis presents with intense upper abdominal pain, which can extend to the back and worsen after consuming fatty foods. Other symptoms include ...

11.6 : Chronic Pancreatitis I: Introduction

11.6 : Chronic Pancreatitis I: Introduction

Chronic pancreatitis is a degenerative inflammatory disorder of the pancreas characterized by persistent inflammation and fibrosis, leading to ...

11.7 : Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care

11.7 : Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care

Management of chronic pancreatitis begins with comprehensive history collection and a physical examination to assess clinical symptoms. Diagnostic studies ...

11.8 : Appendicitis-I: Introduction

11.8 : Appendicitis-I: Introduction

Appendicitis represents inflammation of the vermiform appendix. It stems from an obstruction in the appendiceal lumen caused by a fecalith, lymphoid ...

11.9 : Appendicitis-II: Diagnostic Studies and Management

11.9 : Appendicitis-II: Diagnostic Studies and Management

Diagnosing appendicitis begins with a physical assessment to evaluate pain location, duration, and symptoms. Laboratory tests, including complete blood ...

11.10 : Inflammatory Bowel Disease I: Ulcerative Colitis

11.10 : Inflammatory Bowel Disease I: Ulcerative Colitis

Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, comprises a group of disorders characterized by persistent inflammation or ulceration of the gastrointestinal tract. ...

11.11 : Inflammatory Bowel Disease II: Crohn's Disease

11.11 : Inflammatory Bowel Disease II: Crohn's Disease

Crohn's disease, known as regional enteritis, is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease impacting any segment of the GI tract but commonly affects the ...

11.12 : Inflammatory Bowel Disease III: Diagnostic Studies and Management I-Nutritional Therapy

11.12 : Inflammatory Bowel Disease III: Diagnostic Studies and Management I-Nutritional Therapy

Diagnosing inflammatory bowel disease or IBD involves the following methods. Colonoscopy is the primary test, allowing visualization of inflamed mucosa ...

11.13 : Inflammatory Bowel Disease IV: Pharmacological Management

11.13 : Inflammatory Bowel Disease IV: Pharmacological Management

Medical treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or IBD includes the following key medications. The first option is Aminosalicylates, such as ...

11.14 : Inflammatory Bowel Disease V: Surgical Management

11.14 : Inflammatory Bowel Disease V: Surgical Management

Surgical interventions for IBD include the following: Strictureplasty treats small bowel strictures by widening narrowed sections while preserving ...

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