NUR 201 GI.ppt

Management of Clients with Digestive and Gastrointestinal Disorders Overview of the Gastrointestinal Tract Structure Function Nerve supply Blood supply Oral cavity Esophagus Stomach Pancreas Liver and gallbladder Intestines Assessment Techniques History Demographic data Family history and genetic risk Personal history Diet history Anorexia Dyspepsia Current Health Problems Pattern of bowel movements Color and consistency of the feces Occurrence of diarrhea or constipation Effective action taken to relieve diarrhea or constipation Presence of frank blood or tarry stools Presence of abdominal