intussusception

Nursing Interventions for Intussusception

Nursing Interventions: Intussusception Administer I.V. fluids as ordered. If the patient is in shock, give blood or plasma as ordered. A nasogastric tube is inserted to decompress the bowel. Replace volume lost as ordered. Prepare the patient for hydrostatic reduction and answer question to allay fears. Monitor vital signs frequently. Check intake and output and […]