Lower gi bleed Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Disorders of the GI System NURS 5315 Test 4Primary manifestations of SRMD - correct answer GI bleeding Cushing Ulcers - correct answer Stress ulcers that occur as a result of TBI or brain surgery Upper GI bleed - correct answer any source of bleeding which occurs in the esophagus, stomach or the duodenum. Upper GI bleed is characterized by... - correct answer frank, bright red or "coffee ground" emesis Upper GI bleed causes - correct answer bleeding varices (varicose veins) in the ...

NURS 5315 - Disorders of the GI System Test 4 -BLUE PRINT REAL EXAM QUESTIONS & VERIFIED ANSWERS Primary manifestations of SRMD - ANSWER GI bleeding Cushing Ulcers - ANSWER Stress ulcers that occur as a result of TBI or brain surgery Upper GI bleed - ANSWER any source of bleeding which occurs in the esophagus, stomach or the duodenum. Upper GI bleed is characterized by... - ANSWER frank, bright red or "coffee ground" emesis Upper GI bleed causes - ANSWER bleeding varices (vari...

Medical Study Guide - What is appendicitis? - correct answer pain in the right lower quadrant, caused by an infected appendix What are symptoms of appendicitis? - correct answer pain and/or rebound tenderness in the right lower quadrant (positive Markel test); vomiting and fever What is a Gastrointestinal Bleed (GI Bleed)? - correct answer bleeding in the intestinal tract, and may be the upper GI tract or lower GI tract (S+S will help determine the location) What are the symptoms of an ...

Differential Diagnosis Final Exam Guide (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A What could rebound tenderness indicate?1. acute abdomen 2. appendicitis What is the main physical exam finding of an acute abdomen?diffuse peritoneal irritation with rebound tenderness What are the physical exam findings of appendicitis?1. localized tenderness with RLQ guarding 2. positive psoas/obturator sign 3. mcburney point tenderness 4. positive rosving sign Wha...

AMLS Post Test Exam Questions & Answers, Latest 2022/2023 1. A 45-year-old patient is found supine on the floor. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow respirations, and vomitus in and around the mouth. What course of action should be taken next? a. Initiate an IV and administer naloxone b. Supplemental oxygen and suction c. Obtain a blood glucose level d. Begin BVM ventilations - b. Supplemental oxygen and suction 2. Patients with a history of COPD that present with...

1. A nurse is assessing a client who is 12hr postoperative following a colon resection. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the surgeon? a. Heart rate 90/min b. Absent bowel sounds c. Hgb 8.2 g/dl d. Gastric pH of 3.0 Rationale: Normal Hgb is 13-18M g/dl, 12-16 g/dl. This may indicate a possible hemorrhaging. 2. A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes insipidus. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer? a. Desmopressin b. Reg...

GNUR 238- FINAL EXAM REVIEW 2024/2025 A+ indigestion - ANS-burning pain or heartburn, associated with GERD coffee ground emesis - ANS-vomiting that signifies a lower GI tract bleed in which the blood hit the stomach and turned black black stool - ANS-stool that signifies an upper GI bleed or medication side effect, might contribute to constipation and exhibit vomiting up bright red blood pasty white stool - ANS-stool that lacks bilirubin jaundice - ANS-yellowing of the sclera of the eye...

N5315 Advanced Pathophysiology Gastrointestinal Core Knowledge Objectives with Advanced Organizers Gastrointestinal Bleeds 1. Analyze the etiology, clinical manifestations, and pathophysiology of the upper and lower GI bleed and describe the implications this has for your clinical practice as a nurse practitioner. Disease Etiology Clinical Manifestations Pathophysiology Implications for Practice Upper GI Bleed Bleeding varices (varicose veins) in the esophagus or stomach, peptic ...

1. A nurse is assessing a client who is 12hr postoperative following a colon resection. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the surgeon? a. Heart rate 90/min b. Absent bowel sounds c. Hgb 8.2 g/dl d. Gastric pH of 3.0 Rationale: Normal Hgb is 13-18M g/dl, 12-16 g/dl. This may indicate a possible hemorrhaging. 2. A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes insipidus. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer? a. Desmopressin b. Reg...

In trauma a low pulse pressure suggests? - Significant blood loss Blood pressure has a direct effect on? - The perfusion of the bodys tissues Cells that die during a stroke are called? - 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 any pain, but is nauseated. What is most likely wrong w...