Dumping Syndrome

In this lesson, we will give a review of what dumping syndrome is and take a look at some factors that can cause it.  We will go over signs and symptoms that nurses will assess for and diagnostics used to

Cirrhosis

In this lesson, we will review causes and risk factors for developing cirrhosis of the liver.  Additionally, we will go over common signs and symptoms of cirrhosis and testing used to confirm the diagnosis.  We will then discuss dietary, medical,

Hepatitis

In this lesson, we will review what hepatitis is and identify different types of the disease.  Additionally, we will go over common signs and symptoms, which will be similar between all types, along with testing used to confirm which type

Diverticulitis

In this lesson, we are going to summarize diverticulitis and go over some common causes and risk factors for developing this type of inflammatory gastrointestinal disorder.  We will discuss signs and symptoms, diagnostic testing, and potential complications that nurses will

Pancreatitis

In this lesson, we will review the function of the pancreas and identify causes and risk factors for developing pancreatitis.  Additionally, we will go over common signs and symptoms of pancreatitis, testing used to confirm the diagnosis, and potential complications

Cholelithiasis

In this lesson, we will define cholelithiasis and determine causes and risk factors for developing this condition.  We will discuss signs and symptoms and complications that nurses will assess for and diagnostics used to confirm the disorder.  We will also

Cholecystitis

In this lesson, we will define cholecystitis and identify causes and risk factors for developing this type of gastrointestinal disorder.  We will discuss signs and symptoms and complications that nurses will assess for and diagnostics used to confirm the disorder.

Appendicitis

In this lesson, we will define appendicitis and identify causes and risk factors for developing this type of gastrointestinal infection.  We will discuss signs and symptoms and complications that nurses will assess for and diagnostics used to confirm the disorder.

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

Hernia

In this lesson, we are going to review what a hernia is and discuss the signs and symptoms of a few different types of hernias.   We will look at causes and risk factors for developing a hernia and then