Question

Refer the previous question: The following table gives the common disorders, problems and complaints associated with each body system and its components relevant to the nursing care you might provide for your clients in the Australian health care system. Complete the following table with regard to its definition, pathophysiology, signs and impact of specific health procedures(in 10-20 words each). DISEASES AFFECTING THE GASTRO INTETINAL SYSTEM Peptic ulcer Peptic ulcer 15.1) Definition 15.2) Briefly outline the pathophysiology 15.3) List four specific signs 15.4) Impact of antibiotic therapy on patients with peptic ulcer disease.

Answer 1

15.1) Peptic ulcer is the erosion of the inner lining OE walls of the stomach

15.2)Any causative agents(medication, poor diet ,stress)>>increases acid secretion in stomach>>inflammation of the stomach wall>> erosion of stomach wall>>ulcer>> abdominal pain, nausea,>> erosion leading to bleeding>> malena,hemoptysis

15.3)

• Abdominal pain at meal time
• Nausea ,vomiting
• Bloating
• Abdominal fullness
• Pain at epigastric region
• Malena
• Hemoptysis

15.4)Antibiotic therapy is a line of choice if it is because of H.Pylori infection.If the ulcer is because of any antibiotics then it must to be ceased called as antibiotic eradicatio therapy