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Throughout this lesson, we will identify the structures and function of the Immune system including the lymphatic system, types of infection fighting cells and organs, and immunoglobulins. It is important to know the normal function, lab values, and appearance of the immune system structures. ...
In this lesson, we will define what an MRCP is and how it is used to assess and diagnose disorders of the organs within the gastrointestinal system. We will review nursing interventions for before and after the procedure along with potential complications that nurses...
In this lesson, we will define fluoroscopy and determine how it is used to assess and diagnose disorders of the gastrointestinal system. We will review nursing interventions for before and after the procedure along with potential complications that nurses will monitor for. Finally, we...
In this lesson, we will describe an abdominal paracentesis procedure and identify conditions that can cause a need for one to be performed. We will give an overview of priority nursing interventions before and after this procedure to help promote safety and prevent complications...
In this lesson, we will define what a colonoscopy is and how it is used to diagnose disorders of the lower gastrointestinal system. We will discuss nursing assessments for before and after the procedure along with potential complications that nurses will monitor for. Finally,...
In this lesson, we will define what a sigmoidoscopy is and how it is used to diagnose disorders of the lower gastrointestinal system. We will discuss nursing interventions for before and after the procedure along with potential complications that nurses will monitor for. Finally,...
In this lesson, we will define what an ERCP is and how it is used to assess and diagnose disorders of the organs within the gastrointestinal system. We will review nursing interventions for before and after the procedure along with potential complications that nurses...
In this lesson, we will define what a esophagogastroduodenoscopy is and how it is used with endoscopic ultrasound to diagnose disorders of the gastrointestinal system. We will discuss nursing interventions for before and after the procedures along with potential complications that nurses will monitor...
In this lesson, we will identify what a GI series is and how it is used as a diagnostic tool for the gastrointestinal system. We will also review nursing assessments and interventions for before and after the procedure along with potential complications that nurses...
In this lesson, we will identify common types of lab tests used to diagnose disorders of the gastrointestinal, or GI, system. We will discuss what each test measures along with nursing interventions for collection and transport of specimens. We will also establish normal values...