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Abdominal Pain (gastritis) (Nursing Care (Patient Education (Identify and…
Abdominal Pain (gastritis)
Labs/Diagnostic tests
CBC
Blood and stool antibody/antigen test
Upper endoscopy
Urinalysis
Ultrasound
Lipid Panel
Medications
Histamine, antagonists
Antacids
Proton Pump Inhibitors
Prostaglandins
Anti-ulcer/mucosal barriers
Antibiotics
Nursing Care
Assist patient with identifying triggers
Monitor for indications of gastric bleeding
Monitor I & O's
Monitor electrolytes
Provide small frequent meals
Administer IV fluids as prescribed
Patient Education
Identify and reduce stress
Avoid alcohol, caffeine and spicy foods
Identify triggers
Watch for signs of bleeding
Signs & Symptoms
Dyspepsia, general abdominal pain
Headache
Upper pain/buring that increases after eating
Nausea and vomiting
Reduced appetite
Pernicious anemia
Anorexia