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Nursing Management for Appendicitis and Gastroenteritis Exam Bank Solution Manual Already Passed NPO - Answers Nothing by mouth; prevents aspiration risk. Aspiration - Answers Inhalation of foreign material into lungs. Appendectomy - Answers Surgical removal of the appendix. Peritonitis - Answ...

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Nursing Management for Appendicitis and Gastroenteritis Exam Bank Solution Manual Already Passed

NPO - Answers Nothing by mouth; prevents aspiration risk.

Aspiration - Answers Inhalation of foreign material into lungs.

Appendectomy - Answers Surgical removal of the appendix.

Peritonitis - Answers Inflammation of the peritoneum, abdominal cavity lining.

Signs of Peritonitis - Answers Severe pain, rigidity, fever, tachycardia.

Guarding - Answers Involuntary muscle contraction due to pain.

Rebound Tenderness - Answers Pain upon release of abdominal pressure.

IV Fluids - Answers Intravenous fluids to maintain hydration.

Local Heat Application - Answers Not advised; may worsen inflammation.

Preoperative Checklist - Answers Documents needed before surgery, including consent.

Tachycardia - Answers Increased heart rate, often due to infection.

Hypotension - Answers Low blood pressure, can indicate shock.

Fluid Accumulation - Answers Excess fluid in the abdominal cavity.

Sepsis - Answers Life-threatening response to infection.

Abdominal Distention - Answers Swelling of the abdomen due to fluid or gas.

Nausea and Vomiting - Answers Common symptoms from gastrointestinal irritation.

Fever - Answers Elevated body temperature, systemic infection sign.

Primary Peritonitis - Answers Occurs without evident contamination source.

Secondary Peritonitis - Answers Results from organ rupture, leads to infection.

Tertiary Peritonitis - Answers Recurrent infection after initial treatment.

Abdominal Pain - Answers Severe, persistent pain often localized.

Clinical Example - Answers Mr. Meow Meow, suspected perforated peptic ulcer.

CBC - Answers Complete blood count; shows leukocytosis in infection.

Blood Cultures - Answers Tests to identify organisms in suspected sepsis.

, Emotional Support - Answers Providing reassurance and information to patients.

Monitoring Vital Signs - Answers Frequent checks for temperature, heart rate, blood pressure.

Surgical Team Collaboration - Answers Working with surgeons for timely patient transfer.

Fluid Management - Answers Administering fluids to prevent dehydration.

Abdominal X-ray - Answers Imaging to confirm perforation diagnosis.

CT Scan - Answers Gold standard imaging for abdominal conditions.

Serum Electrolytes - Answers Tests assessing dehydration and organ function.

Broad-Spectrum Antibiotics - Answers Medications to combat infections before specific identification.

Pain Control - Answers Use of analgesics to manage severe abdominal pain.

Surgical Consultation - Answers Emergency evaluation for potential exploratory surgery.

Monitoring for Complications - Answers Observation for sepsis and organ dysfunction post-surgery.

Leukocytosis - Answers Elevated white blood cells indicating infection.

Electrolyte Imbalances - Answers Conditions like hypokalemia due to fluid shifts.

Renal Function Tests - Answers Assess kidney health via creatinine and BUN levels.

C-Reactive Protein - Answers Inflammation marker elevated in peritonitis.

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate - Answers Another inflammation marker, may be elevated.

Arterial Blood Gases - Answers Tests for metabolic acidosis in severe cases.

Abdominal Ultrasound - Answers Imaging for fluid accumulation and organ assessment.

Paracentesis - Answers Fluid aspiration from the peritoneal cavity for analysis.

Gastroenteritis - Answers Inflammation of stomach and small intestine.

Diarrhea - Answers Watery stools causing potential dehydration.

Abdominal Cramping - Answers Painful spasms associated with bowel movements.

Postoperative Care - Answers Monitoring and management after surgery.

Patient Education - Answers Teaching about care and recognizing complications.

Gradual Diet Reintroduction - Answers Starting with clear liquids post-surgery.

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