Pancreatitis Acute Flashcards
1
Q
what are the two main risk factors for acute pancreatitis
A
gallbladder disease
chronic alcohol use
2
Q
what are s/s of acute pancreatitis
A
sudden onset of pain
fever
n/v
jaundice
hypotension
3
Q
what labs do we need to do/watch for acute pancreatitis
A
serum amylases & lipase which will be high
WBC
urinary amylase
4
Q
how does the pancrease aide in digestion
A
secrete high concentration of bicarb which neutralizes the acid in the chyme
5
Q
what meds will we give a pt w/ acute pancreatitis
A
pain meds
PPI
Antispasmodics
6
Q
what interventions/teaching should we do for a pt
A
teach that this condition is life-threatening
understand reason of pancreatitis
understand the need to rest and recover - especially if alcohol was the causative factor
