Peptic Ulcer Disease

In this lesson, we will give an overview of peptic ulcer disease and some of the common causes and risk factors for developing it.   We will go over common signs and symptoms of the disease along with testing used to confirm its diagnosis. Will will also talk about  treatment and prevention methods, including medications and dietary changes. We will close out the lesson with priority nursing interventions and client education topics to support the management of symptoms.

Learning Objectives:

Upon the completion of this course, learners will be able to:

1. Describe peptic ulcer disease
2. Express causes and risk factors for developing peptic ulcer disease
3. Summarize signs and symptoms of peptic ulcer disease
4. Identify nursing interventions used to manage peptic ulcer disease
5. List two medications used to manage peptic ulcer disease
6. Distinguish the relationship between peptic ulcer disease and dumping syndrome