Coping Among Parents of Teens With Inflammatory Bowel Disease
This study characterizes the stressors and coping strategies adopted among parents of teens with inflammatory bowel disease. Teens aged 16–22 years with inflammatory bowel disease who were consecutively seen by a pediatric gastroenterologist prior to transition to adult-centered care and their parents completed sociodemographic data, and two validated questionnaires for coping (Coping Health Inventory for Parents) and stress (Pediatric Inventory for Parents). Sixty-six patient–parent pairs were enrolled in this study—impairment was highest in role function (e.g., trying to attend to the needs of other family members,...
Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - July 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Features Source Type: research
An Intervention for Person-Centered Support in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Development and Pilot Study
Irritable bowel syndrome is a common and often chronic functional bowel disorder that can cause severe disruption of daily functioning in those affected, with subsequent high healthcare utilization and work absenteeism. Nurses represent an underutilized group in the current management of irritable bowel syndrome. The aim of this study was to systematically develop a person-centered support intervention in irritable bowel syndrome and evaluate this in a pilot study. The development followed the revised framework for complex interventions from the Medical Research Council and involved literature reviews and multiprofessional...
Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - July 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Features Source Type: research
Gastroenterology endoscopy: not just a procedural focus
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Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - July 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Malignant hyperthermia crisis: preparing your endoscopy staff
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Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: Pharmacology Matters Source Type: research
How to create a “superhero” gi team
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Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: Insider Perspective Source Type: research
Assessing dysphagia
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Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: Focus on Clinical Assessment Source Type: research
Probiotics for the prevention of clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea in adults and children
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Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: Cochrane Nursing Care Corner Source Type: research
Severe ischemic colitis probably related to diclofenac
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Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: Clinical Case Study Source Type: research
Letter to the Editor
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Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research
Be careful. don't fall!
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Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research
Nasogastric Tube Feeding Experiences in Pediatric Oncology Patients and Their Mothers: A Qualitative Study
The aim of this qualitative research study is to reveal children's and their mothers' views and experiences related to nasogastric tube feeding, which is the most frequently performed nutrition delivery method in pediatric oncology. The present study was carried out at an university pediatric oncology inpatient service. A total of three children and 14 mothers participated in the study. The analysis of the data was conducted according to Kolcaba's Comfort Theory. The findings resulting from the content analysis were explained under four main themes: (1) physical: includes the inability to be fed orally, nasogastric tube in...
Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Features Source Type: research
Beyond Lactulose: Treatment Options for Hepatic Encephalopathy
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Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: CE Tests Source Type: research
Beyond Lactulose: Treatment Options for Hepatic Encephalopathy
This article provides an overview of current and emerging therapies that target these factors in the treatment and management of this condition. Because of its complex pathogenesis, a multipronged approach to treating hepatic encephalopathy may be highly beneficial. (Source: Gastroenterology Nursing)
Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Features Source Type: research
Management of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth in Adult Patients
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Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: CE Tests Source Type: research
Management of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth in Adult Patients
The human gastrointestinal tract is a complex system of digestive pathways aided by mechanical processes, enzymes, transport molecules, and colonic bacteria. Occasionally, these bacterial components transplant to atypical locations due to various gastrointestinal imbalances or anatomical structural issues. This may lead to bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine, where minimal or no bacteria are normally found. Symptoms of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth may mimic those of various functional gastrointestinal diseases. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth is typically diagnosed through hydrogen breath tests or je...
Source: Gastroenterology Nursing - May 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Features Source Type: research
