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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/19%3A_Gastrointestinal_System_and_Disorders/19.05%3A_Disorders_of_the_Lower_GI_SystemThis page provides an in-depth overview of various lower gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, including their pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and treatment options. Sp...This page provides an in-depth overview of various lower gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, including their pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and treatment options. Specifically, it details conditions like constipation, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), celiac disease, colorectal cancer, appendicitis, diverticular disease, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/13%3A_Musculoskeletal_System/13.02%3A_OsteoarthritisThis section outlines learning objectives related to osteoarthritis (OA), including understanding its pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and nursing care. OA, a commo...This section outlines learning objectives related to osteoarthritis (OA), including understanding its pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and nursing care. OA, a common form of arthritis affecting millions, involves joint cartilage degeneration. Risk factors include age and obesity, with symptoms like joint pain and stiffness.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/11%3A_Gas_Exchange_Airway_Management_and_Respiratory_System_Disorders/11.07%3A_Disorders_of_the_Lower_Respiratory_System-_Pneumonia_and_AspirationThis section provides a comprehensive overview of pneumonia and aspiration, including pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, nursing care, and medical therapies. It highl...This section provides a comprehensive overview of pneumonia and aspiration, including pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, nursing care, and medical therapies. It highlights the seriousness of pneumonia as a common illness, discussing the impact on different populations and emphasizing community-acquired pneumonia as a leading cause of mortality. Various pathogens, risk factors, and diagnostic criteria like CURB-65 are detailed.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/19%3A_Gastrointestinal_System_and_Disorders/19.04%3A_Disorders_of_the_Upper_GI_SystemThis section covers upper GI disorders, including Barrett's esophagus, gastritis, and gastric cancer. It outlines the pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and treatment...This section covers upper GI disorders, including Barrett's esophagus, gastritis, and gastric cancer. It outlines the pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and treatment for each condition. Nursing care for patients with these disorders emphasizes symptom management, education, and interventions such as dietary modifications and medications like proton pump inhibitors.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/12%3A_Cardiovascular_System/12.04%3A_HypertensionThis page provides an overview of hypertension covering various aspects such as pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and laboratory values. It also delves into nursing ...This page provides an overview of hypertension covering various aspects such as pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and laboratory values. It also delves into nursing care and medical therapies, emphasizing patient education and adherence to treatment guidelines, specifically the Joint National Committee (JNC 8) guidelines.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/14%3A_Integumentary_System/14.00%3A_IntroductionThis chapter focuses on addressing dermatological conditions, which often manifest as itching and rashes. It guides nurses on collecting essential information when assessing a patient with a skin cond...This chapter focuses on addressing dermatological conditions, which often manifest as itching and rashes. It guides nurses on collecting essential information when assessing a patient with a skin condition, determining diagnosis, and implementing nursing interventions. The chapter aims to enhance the understanding of recognizing and analyzing integumentary cues, prioritizing nursing diagnoses, creating care plans, and generating interventions and expected outcomes.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/16%3A_Hematopoietic_Disorders_and_Regulation/16.03%3A_PolycythemiaThis page discusses polycythemia, a condition characterized by an increased number of red blood cells (RBCs), leading to higher blood viscosity and associated complications. It outlines the pathophysi...This page discusses polycythemia, a condition characterized by an increased number of red blood cells (RBCs), leading to higher blood viscosity and associated complications. It outlines the pathophysiology, distinguishing between primary (genetic) and secondary (caused by other conditions) polycythemia, the diagnostic techniques, clinical manifestations, and nursing care strategies. Key nursing responsibilities include monitoring symptoms, educating patients, and evaluating treatment efficacy.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/10%3A_Fluid_Electrolyte_and_Acid-Base_Imbalances/10.02%3A_Fluid_Disturbances_and_ReplacementThe page provides an in-depth discussion on hypovolemia and hypervolemia, focusing on their pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and nursing care. It outlines the causes, risk factor...The page provides an in-depth discussion on hypovolemia and hypervolemia, focusing on their pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and nursing care. It outlines the causes, risk factors, and symptoms of each condition, as well as the assessments and laboratory values used in diagnosis. Nursing interventions, including fluid replacement methods, intake/output monitoring, and recognizing early signs, are emphasized.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/06%3A_Comprehensive_Health_Assessment_and_Physical_Examination/6.03%3A_Health_HistoryThis section outlines the process of obtaining a comprehensive health history, emphasizing its importance for patient care. It distinguishes between focused and comprehensive health histories and disc...This section outlines the process of obtaining a comprehensive health history, emphasizing its importance for patient care. It distinguishes between focused and comprehensive health histories and discusses best practices for conducting patient interviews. A comprehensive health history includes assessing the chief complaint, history of the present illness, past medical and surgical history, medications, allergies, family and social history, and a review of systems.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/19%3A_Gastrointestinal_System_and_Disorders/19.02%3A_Disorders_of_the_Oral_CavityThis page provides an overview of oral cavity disorders, focusing on dental caries, oral cancer, and temporomandibular disorders. It outlines learning objectives for understanding the pathophysiology,...This page provides an overview of oral cavity disorders, focusing on dental caries, oral cancer, and temporomandibular disorders. It outlines learning objectives for understanding the pathophysiology, diagnostics, and management of these conditions. Key points include the causes, clinical manifestations, prevention, and care strategies related to dental caries, oral cancer, and TMD.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/13%3A_Musculoskeletal_System/13.03%3A_Bone_FracturesThis section focuses on bone fractures, providing an in-depth understanding of their pathophysiology, risk factors, diagnoses, and clinical manifestations. It explains various fracture types and empha...This section focuses on bone fractures, providing an in-depth understanding of their pathophysiology, risk factors, diagnoses, and clinical manifestations. It explains various fracture types and emphasizes nursing care, including pain management, neurovascular assessments, and complications like compartment syndrome and fat embolism. The text outlines medical treatments such as immobilization, closed reduction, internal and external fixation, and arthroplasty.
