Necrotizing Enterocolitis

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CE Course Description 

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is the most common life-threatening emergency affecting the gastrointestinal tract in infants. NEC causes inflammation of the intestine, which can lead to a serious bacterial infection and necrosis of the intestine. NEC can be life-threatening without aggressive treatment and primarily affects premature infants. Early diagnosis of NEC is crucial for preventing serious complications, so it is important for nurses to be knowledgeable about NEC to promote optimal outcomes for patients. In this course, participants will learn the risk factors and stages of NEC, signs and symptoms, diagnostic criteria for NEC, and different treatment options. 

 Author: Emily T, BSN

References / Contributions by:

  1. Mayo Clinic. (2023). Peritonitis. Mayo Clinic. Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/peritonitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20376247
  2. Cleveland Clinic. (2021). Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). Cleveland Clinic. Retrieved from https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/10026-necrotizing-enterocolitis
  3. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2021). Ostomy surgery of the bowel. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Retrieved from https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/ostomy-surgery-bowel/definition-facts

CE Course Objectives 

  1. Define necrotizing enterocolitis and identify the patient populations that are most at risk.
  2. Recognize signs and symptoms of necrotizing enterocolitis. 
  3. Identify appropriate diagnostic criteria for necrotizing enterocolitis.
  4. Compare early treatment options with surgical interventions for advanced necrotizing enterocolitis.

CE Outline with Main Points

  1. Section 1: Introduction
  2. Section 2: What is Necrotizing Enterocolitis and Risk Factors
  3. Section 2: Personal Reflection
  4. Section 2: Key Words
  5. Section 3: Signs, Symptoms, and Diagnostic Criteria
  6. Section 3: Personal Reflection
  7. Section 3: Key Words
  8. Section 4: Treatment Options
  9. Section 4: Personal Reflection
  10. Section 4: Key Words
  11. Section 5: Possible Complications
  12. Section 5: Personal Reflection
  13. Section 5: Key Words
  14. Section 6: Case Study #1
  15. Section 7: Case Study #1 Review
  16. Section 8: Case Study #2
  17. Section 9: Case Study #2 Review
  18. Section 10: Case Study #3
  19. Section 11: Case Study #3 Review
  20. Section 12: Case Study #4
  21. Section 13: Case Study #4 Review 
Total Time: 1 Hour
Course Level: Introductory

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Added On: 07/22/2024

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