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| How
Does The GI (Gastrointestinal) Care Nurse Help? |
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Patients going for gastrectomy will be referred
to the GI Care nurse by the consulting surgeon. She will work with
the patients and family members during the period from preparation
for surgery to recovery.
Before surgery, the GI Care Nurse sees the patients and their families
to provide support as well as information on what can be expected
before and after surgery.
After surgery, she will share with them some measures that can be
taken to avoid complications with eating.
After discharge, the nurse sees the patients at the Specialist Outpatient
Clinic to monitor their progress at home, and to encourage adequate
nutrition. Problems arising at home during this period are discussed
to find a solution that is practical for the patients and family. |
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