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▪ Paracentesis

▪ Stool specimens
▪ Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy or esophagogastroduodenoscopy
▪ Upper gastrointestinal tract study (barium swallow)
▪ Videofluoroscopic swallowing study
▪ Informed consent is obtained for a diagnostic study that is invasive.

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Signs of Bowel Perforation and Peritonitis

▪ Guarding of the abdomen
▪ Increased temperature and chills
▪ Pallor
▪ Progressive abdominal distention and abdominal pain
▪ Restlessness
▪ Tachycardia and tachypnea

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Assessment Findings in Acute and Chronic

Gastritis

Acute

▪ Abdominal discomfort
▪ Anorexia, nausea, and vomiting

▪ Headache
▪ Hiccupping
▪ Reflux

Chronic

▪ Anorexia, nausea, and vomiting
▪ Belching
▪ Heartburn after eating
▪ Sour taste in the mouth
▪ Vitamin B deficiency
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