A peptic ulcer is a sore in the lining of your stomach or your duodenum, the first part of your small intestine. A burning stomach pain is the most common symptom. The pain
Peptic ulcers will get worse if not treated. Treatment may include medicines to block stomach acids or antibiotics to kill ulcer-causing bacteria. Not smoking and avoiding alcohol can help. Surgery may help for ulcers that don't heal.
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Nursing Diagnosis for Peptic Ulcer
Nursing Diagnosis Nursing Care Plan Peptic Ulcer
- May come and go for a few days or weeks
- May bother you more when your stomach is empty
- Usually goes away after you eat
Peptic ulcers will get worse if not treated. Treatment may include medicines to block stomach acids or antibiotics to kill ulcer-causing bacteria. Not smoking and avoiding alcohol can help. Surgery may help for ulcers that don't heal.
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Nursing Diagnosis for Peptic Ulcer
- Acute Pain related to irritation of the mucosa and muscle spasms.
- Anxiety related to the nature and management of long-term illness
- Imbalanced Nutrition: Less than Body Requirements related to pain associated with food.
- Knowledge deficient : the prevention, symptoms and treatment of conditions related to inadequate information.
Nursing Diagnosis Nursing Care Plan Peptic Ulcer