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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) results froma complex interplay between genetic and environmental factors. Similarities involve (1) chronic inflammation of the alimentary tract and (2) periods of remission interspersed with episodes of acute inflammation. Here are 7 nursing care plans for inflammatory bowel disease

Colostomy irrigation is a way to regulate bowel movements by emptying the colon at a scheduled time.

Nursing Diagnosis: Impaired Physical Mobility May be related to Neuromuscular skeletal impairment; pain/discomfort; restrictive therapies (limb immobilization) Psychological immobility Possibly evidenced by Inability to move purposefully within the physical environment, imposed restrictions Reluctance to attempt movement; limited ROM Decreased muscle strength/control Desired Outcomes Regain/maintain mobility at the highest possible level. Maintain position of function. Increase strength/function of affected and compensatory body ...

Nursing Diagnosis: Knowledge Deficit May be related to Lack of exposure/recall; information misinterpretation Unfamiliarity with information resources Possibly evidenced by Questions; request for information; verbalization of problem/concerns Statement of misconception Inaccurate follow-through of instruction Development of preventable complications Desired Outcomes Verbalize understanding of disease process and potential complications. Verbalize understanding of therapeutic needs. Participate in treatment regimen. 4 Appendectomy Nursing ...

Nursing Diagnosis:  Risk for Constipation/Diarrhea Risk factors may include Irritation of the GI mucosa from either chemotherapy or radiation therapy; malabsorption of fat Hormone-secreting tumor, carcinoma of colon Poor fluid intake, low-bulk diet, lack of exercise, use of opiates/narcotics Desired Outcomes Maintain usual bowel consistency/pattern. Verbalize understanding of factors and appropriate interventions/solutions related to individual situation. 13 Cancer Nursing Care Plan ...

Constipation refers to an abnormal infrequency or irregularity of defecation, abnormal hardening of stools that makes their passage difficult and sometimes painful, decrease in stool volume, or prolonged retention of stool in the rectum.

Admit it, the health care service is full of acronyms and abbreviations. ANA, DOB, TB, EWSL, are to name a few. These terminologies are important for us to efficiently communicate, but sometimes, these can also cause errors. So to be knowledgeable with different terminologies, here's the BIG FAT list of Medical Abbreviations and Acronyms.