3. Meckel’s Diverticulum

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<p>what causes <strong>meckel’s diverticulum</strong>?</p>

what causes meckel’s diverticulum?

the omphalomesenteric duct fails to disappear during embryonic development

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<p>what is meckel’s diverticulum?</p>

what is meckel’s diverticulum?

small pouch or bulge in the wall of the lower part of the small intestine

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<p>meckel’s diverticulum can cause _____</p>

meckel’s diverticulum can cause _____

intestinal bleeding, anemia and intestinal obstruction

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<p>why can meckel’s diverticulum cause <strong>intestinal bleeding</strong>?</p>

why can meckel’s diverticulum cause intestinal bleeding?

it may contain stomach and pancreatic cells that secrete acid and digestive enzymes into the intestine

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<p>when is surgical correction needed for meckel’s diverticulum?</p>

when is surgical correction needed for meckel’s diverticulum?

when complications occur

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<p>what findings suggest <strong>meckel’s diverticulum</strong>?</p>

what findings suggest meckel’s diverticulum?

  • colicky abdominal pain

  • abdominal distention

  • hypoactive bowel sounds

  • abdominal mass

  • guarding

  • stool positive for occult blood


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what test confirms meckel’s diverticulum?

a positive meckel scan

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<p>what nursing care is needed for meckel’s diverticulum?</p>

what nursing care is needed for meckel’s diverticulum?

  • administer blood products if needed for bleeding

  • maintain NPO status and IV fluids for surgery

  • educate the family about testing and care