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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Esophageal Varices | Dilated and tortuous veins in the submucosa of the esophagus (Bleeding Varices) and might rupture if portal circulation arises |
| What is the goal of treatment for someone with Esophageal Varices? | control bleeding, prevent complication,and prevent the recurrence of bleeding |
| s/s of esophageal varices | Hematemesis;melena;tarry stools;Ascites;Jaundice;hepatomegaly and splenomegaly; dilated abdominal veins;hemorrhoids;bleeding and shock |
| Management of esophageal varices | Monitor vital signs;elevate head of bed;monitor for orthostatic hypotention;monitor lung sounds;admin.oxygen;maintain NPO status;monitor LOC AND I&Os; |
| surgical procedures of esophageal varices | endoscopic injection (sclerotherapy);endoscopic variceal ligation;surgical shunt procedures |