Gastrointestinal Dysfunction in Critical Care Patients: Enhancing Care through Knowledge and Skill

Gastrointestinal (GI) dysfunction or injury is a common occurrence in critical care patients, often presenting as a primary diagnosis or secondary symptom. Research suggests that up to 62% of critical care patients exhibit at least one GI symptom for at least one day, highlighting the significance of addressing these issues promptly.

The Importance of GI Care in Critical Care Patients

Recent studies have demonstrated a strong correlation between GI problems and negative outcomes in critical care patients. As a result, it is essential for critical care nurses to be knowledgeable and skilled in recognizing and caring for these patients.

Essential Topics in GI Care for Critical Care Nurses

This comprehensive collection of articles covers various aspects of GI care in critical care patients, including:

• Autoimmune disease of the gut in critical care patients
• Nutrition options for CCU patients
• Mesenteric ischemia management
• Effective management of C-Diff in critical care settings
• Acute GI bleed management
• Acute diverticulitis management
• GI patient skills training in the ICU
• SOFA assessment and recognizing GI symptoms
• Evidence-based practice with probiotics in treating antibiotic-associated diarrhea in the ICU
• GI problems in ICU patients with HIV/AIDS
• Complications of GI motility and GI failure in critically ill patients
• Untreated gastroesophageal reflux patients in the ICU
• Liver transplant management
• Ecoli complications in critical care pediatrics
• GI traumatic injuries: GI perforation management

Stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in GI care for critical care patients. Enhance your knowledge and skills to provide optimal care for your patients.

Series: The Clinics: Nursing

Hardcover, Publisher: Elsevier, Published: February 26, 2018, Language: English, ISBN-10: 0323581501, ISBN-13: 978-0323581509