The Client with Peptic Ulcer Disease

A Critical Thinking Case Study

Authors: Susan Ash, Marsha Purtee, & Joan Ulloth

Designer: Linda Caputi

Topics for Peptic Ulcer Disease Case Study

Performing a basic assessment of the client with gastrointestinal complaints
Determining which assessment data is most important and requires interventions
Determining which medication should be administered and providing for emotional care
Determining which assessment data requires immediate attention
Determining the order in which the upper GI and EGD tests should be performed
Engaging in client teaching about a gastric ulcer
Teaching a client about dietary interventions for a gastric ulcer
Determining priority nursing interventions for the client undergoing a gastric resection
Prioritizing nursing interventions for a client to prevent post-operative complications
Calculating the correct dosage and rate for an IV push medication
Determining appropriate interventions for a client with a nasogastric tube
Recognizing signs and symptoms of dumping syndrome and determining appropriate nursing interventions
Engaging in teaching client about activity restrictions
Teaching client about diet
Providing therapeutic communication and client teaching about post-operative physician visits