Lower GI

Question 1

interventions for obstructions

Answer 1

NG drainage, NPO, IV hydration & electrolyte replacement, monitor stool

Question 2

IBS education

Answer 2

stress reduction, limiting irritating foods, high fiber diet, increase fluids, keep food diary

Question 3

education for hernias

Answer 3

avoid strenuous activity post op, use cough pillow, have pt monitor size, pain level, and color for growth or strangulation

Question 4

nursing management for appendicitis

Answer 4

high fowler’s post op; pain mgmt, IV hydration

Question 5

peritonitis interventions

Answer 5

IV fluids, analgesics, abx, antiemetics, monitor vitals, monitor WBC, strict NPO, maintain NG drainage

Question 6

interventions for Crohn’s & UC

Answer 6

monitor & replace f&e, bowel rest, avoid fiber

Question 7

interventions for diverticulosis

Answer 7

high fiber, high fluids, bulk-forming laxatives, avoid alcohol, avoid nuts, seeds, popcorn

Question 8

diverticulitis interventions

Answer 8

NPO, NG drainage, IV fluids, abx