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Gallbladder MS 1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cholecystitis (calculous) | Gallstone obstructs bile outflow; inflammation, autolysis, perforation may occur. Cause more than 90% of cases |
| Cholecystitis (acalculous) | Result of major surgical procedure, severe trauma, burns; may also be caused by bacterial infection, multiple blood transfusions |
| Cholecystitis manifestations | None or minimal; pain, fever, biliary colic, jaundice, changes in urine or stool color, vitamin deficiency (A, D, E, K) |
| Cholecystitis diagnosis | Ultrasound, CT scan, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), abdominal x-ray |
| ERCP nursing care | IV sedation, NPO 6-8 hours prior, remove dentures, glucagon admin, monitor respiratory and CNS depression |
| Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy | Drainage tubes and NG suction may be necessary, general anesthesia is used, instructions for turning, deep breathing, early ambulation. Patients discharged within 1-2 days. 4-point incision |
| Cholecystectomy (open) | Indicated w/ severe disease, inflammation. Incision RUQ, below ribs. Drain placed close to gallbladder, t-tube in CBD |