GNM 2nd year MSN 1st peptic ulcer √√ Disease, types, causes, diagnosis, treatment, management

GNM 2nd year MSN 1st peptic ulcer √√ Disease, types, causes, diagnosis, treatment, management    / @khatanaeducationhub-n1c   Peptic ulcer disease is a condition that causes open sores, or ulcers, to develop in the digestive tract. The word "peptic" comes from pepsin, a digestive enzyme produced by the stomach. Here's some more information about peptic ulcers: Causes Peptic ulcers are usually caused by the bacteria Helicobacter pylori or by taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin Abdominal pain or discomfort Nausea Pain that radiates to the back A burning or gnawing feeling Treatment Treatment involves: Acid suppression Eradicating H. pylori if it's present Avoiding NSAIDs Nursing management of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) involves: Assessing nutritional status: PUD symptoms can impact nutritional status, causing weight gain or loss Pain assessment: PUD pain can be similar to a myocardial infarction, and sudden changes can indicate perforation Monitoring vital signs: Changes in vital signs could indicate complications like hemorrhage or perforation Assessing emesis and stool: Check for blood in vomit or stool Assessing lab values: Check hemoglobin and hematocrit levels for decreases associated with bleeding Educating patients: Explain the disease, risks, and nursing care, and provide a health education guide Monitoring for infection or inflammation: Look for signs like fever, tachycardia, or tachypnea ‪@khatanaeducation‬ @khatanaeducationhub    / @khatanaeducationhub-n1c