Diverticulosis Nursing Diagnosis

Diverticulosis is a condition where pouches develop in the colon. These pouches or sacs become inflamed, which can result in pain and other symptoms. Although diverticulitis is not a life-threatening condition, it can cause serious complications if left untreated. The main goal of treatment for diverticulitis is to prevent serious complications. After some time, the acute attack will subside and the symptoms will disappear. However, the condition may reappear at a later time. If you are suffering from severe attacks of diverticulitis or if you have developed serious complications of the condition, you may need to have surgery in order to repair the affected part of your colon.”

Diverticulosis Nursing Diagnosis

1 Deficient knowledge regarding disease process and self-care

As a nurse, you must be aware of the causes and symptoms of diverticulosis. If a patient is diagnosed with this disease, it is important to understand how it can affect them. For example, knowing that diverticulosis develops as a result of low-fiber diets or high-fat diets can help determine how you will help your patient avoid these conditions.

You should also know about treatment options for diverticulosis and when to seek medical attention for complications from the disease. For example, if your patient develops bleeding in their colon due to diverticulosis, this may require surgery or additional treatments from your physician or surgeon.

2 Constipation or impaction

Mild to moderate constipation. Constipation is defined as having three or fewer bowel movements per week. This may be caused by a decrease in the frequency of urges for defecation, a reduction in the volume and/or caliber of stool, and/or an increase in the transit time through the colon.

Constipation is a common condition affecting many people, especially older adults who take prescription drugs that can cause constipation such as iron supplements; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen; opioid pain medications such as codeine; and antidepressants like trazodone (Desyrel). When you are taking these types of medications on a regular basis it is important to bring your doctor up-to-date about any side effects they may have on your digestive system so that adjustments can be made if necessary.

There are several factors that contribute towards developing constipation: dehydration or electrolyte imbalances (e.g., low sodium), insufficient fiber intake, inadequate exercise level or muscle tone (e.g., bedridden patients), certain intestinal disorders like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or Parkinson’s disease with dementia

3 Pain

Pain is a common symptom of diverticulitis, and it can range from mild to severe. The pain may be constant or intermittent, and it may be located in the lower right abdomen or the lower left abdomen. It may also occur in the upper right abdomen near the liver (right shoulder tip).

4 Fatigue

• Fatigue.
• Fatigue is a common symptom of diverticulitis and can be caused by numerous factors, including pain, diarrhea, infection and inflammation of the colon. It is important to keep in mind that fatigue may be a sign of a more serious condition such as cancer or heart disease.
• Treatment for your diverticulitis will likely include rest and medication to help relieve symptoms such as nausea or vomiting, fever and muscle aches/pains (flu-like symptoms). If you are experiencing severe fatigue that interferes with daily life activities such as work or school then you may want to contact your doctor so they can assess whether there might be other underlying causes for this symptom besides diverticulitis itself (such as anemia). Additionally if you are experiencing extreme fatigue while taking antibiotics then it’s important not only during this time but after treatment ends so make sure if these symptoms persist after completion that they’re reported back up through channels because sometimes certain medications cause side effects which could lead into more serious health concerns down the road.”

5 Acute complications of diverticulum and surgery

Complications of diverticulitis can be life-threatening and include perforation of the colon, abscesses, fistulas, obstruction or bleeding. You should know that complications from diverticulosis are rare.

Acute complications following surgery are common in the first 2 to 6 weeks after surgery. These may include hemorrhage, infection and abscess formation around the wound site (wound dehiscence).

6 Fluid and electrolyte imbalance

As a result of the rapid onset of diverticulitis, fluid and electrolyte imbalances are common. They may occur due to:

• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Loss of fluids from the body through the skin (perspiration) or lungs (fever).

7 The main goal of treatment for diverticulitis is to prevent serious complications. After some time, the acute attack will subside and the symptoms will disappear. However, the condition may reappear at a later time. If you are suffering from severe attacks of diverticulitis or if you have developed serious complications of the condition, you may need to have surgery in order to repair the affected part of your colon.

The main goal of treatment for diverticulitis is to prevent serious complications. After some time, the acute attack will subside and the symptoms will disappear. However, the condition may reappear at a later time. If you are suffering from severe attacks of diverticulitis or if you have developed serious complications of the condition, you may need to have surgery in order to repair the affected part of your colon.

When undergoing treatment for diverticulitis, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics or pain medication such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen (if your doctor has not already prescribed them). You should also try drinking plenty of fluids so that you do not get dehydrated while suffering from this disorder as it can make it more difficult for your body to heal itself naturally over time without any outside help from medical professionals who specialize specifically with this type ailment.”

Closing

We hope that by reading this article, you have gained a better understanding of diverticulitis. We also hope to have clarified some common misconceptions about this disease. If you believe that your symptoms could be caused by diverticulitis or some other digestive disorder, please contact your doctor immediately.