intestinal obstruction

patho for intestinal obstruction

blockage of intestinal contents in the small intestine or large intestine

• small intestine is more common

risks/causes

mechanical obstruction

• physical barrier

functional obstruction

• paralytic ileus-nerve impulses

• neurological, surgery, low potassium, anesthesia)

manifestations for intestinal obstruction

abdominal distension

n/v

high hr, diaphoresis, restlessness

bp changes (can’t absorb h2o)

decreased/absent bowel sounds)

partial obstruction leads to

diarrhea

complete obstruction leads to

constipation

pain relating to intestinal obstruction

colicky pain (come and go)

interventions for intestinal obstruction

NG tube suctions

ambulation

NPO/fasting

correcting F & E imbalance

surgery