Posted: January 31st, 2018
Acute pancreatitis. 3 Best treatments include:
Brenda, a 36 y.o. patient is on your floor with acute pancreatitis.
Treatment for her includes:
1. Continuous peritoneal lavage.
2. Regular diet with increased fat.
3. Nutritional support with TPN.
4. Insertion of a T tube to drain the pancreas.