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Gastrointestinal Presentations

*Remember to make it Peds specific!* 

 Create a poster/PowerPoint on:

Appendicitis

Include signs and symptoms

•      What causes it

•      Management of symptoms

•      Medication that may be used

•      Prevention

•      Assessment findings

•      What risk factors are associated with the disease process: (dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, . . .)

•      What questions the nurse should ask the patient/family presenting with this illness

•      Education to family