Pathophysiology
Signs & Symptoms
Findings & Lab Results
Nursing Diagnosis
Medications
100

What is the correct order of segments of the small intestine?

"DJ Ileum" - Duodenum, Jejunum, & Ileum

100

Quality of pain in the abdomen?


Cramping 

100

What is the basic/simple test to find SBO?

X-ray of the abdomen

100

What is the purpose of the nasogastric tube?

To alleviate nausea, vomiting, and bloating

100

How does the Ondansetron work?

By blocking serotonin receptors centrally in the chemoreceptor trigger zone, and vagal nerve terminal in intestines. The prevention of Serotonin release in the small intestine reduces vomiting.

200

What are the common causes of SBO?

Scar tissues (adhesions), hernias, and cancer

200

What causes abdominal distention?

Accumulation of fluid and gas

200

What test is the most accurate test to diagnose SBO?

CT scan of the abdomen

200

What are some good sources of potassium?

Bananas, oranges, potatoes, and brown rice

200

Why 0.9% NaCl is the standard fluid given in both boluses and fluid maintenance?

0.9% NaCl is isotonic solution, when given through IV no net movement of fluid or electrolyte into or out of the cells, thereby, no necessary swelling or shrinking of the cell when infuse:

Can be given in most situations such as dehydration, hyponatremia, fluid maintenance, hypotension with shock

300

What are the potential complications of SBO?

Electrolyte imbalances, dehydration, renal impairment, bowel ischemia/necrosis, perforation, and sepsis/septic shock.

300

What color is the patient's vomit? What is it? 

Dark green, bile

300

What analysis will be done to diagnose SBO?

A complete blood count and electrolyte analysis

300

The CDC currently recommends how much sodium per day?

No more than 2,300mg

300

What is the onset of Morphine on IV route, its peak and duration?

Onset is rapid, peak is 20 minutes, and duration is 4-5 hours