Care Plan for Bowel Obstruction Management
Category: Gastrointestinal
Assessment
Patient presents with abdominal pain, distension, and vomiting.
Diagnosis
Risk for imbalanced fluid volume related to bowel obstruction.
Goals
Patient will demonstrate relief from symptoms and maintain adequate hydration. Patient will adhere to prescribed treatment and dietary modifications.
Interventions
Monitor vital signs, fluid balance, and electrolyte levels regularly. Administer prescribed medications to relieve symptoms and prevent complications. Encourage small, frequent meals and a low-residue diet as tolerated. Prepare patient for possible surgical intervention if indicated.
Rationale
These interventions help manage symptoms, maintain hydration, and prepare for potential surgical intervention.
Evaluation
Patient's symptom relief, fluid balance, and adherence to treatment will be monitored to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
⚠️ Educational Care Plan Notice
This care plan is for educational purposes only and represents general nursing concepts.
All care plans must be individualized based on:
- Individual patient assessment and current condition
- Healthcare provider orders and facility protocols
- Current evidence-based practice guidelines
- Nursing scope of practice in your jurisdiction
Do not use as direct patient care instructions. Always follow your facility's policies, physician orders, and professional nursing judgment.