Causes
- Immune cells in the body attacking the liver.
- Infections from viruses (such as hepatitis A, hepatitis B, or hepatitis C), bacteria, or parasites.
- Liver damage from alcohol or poison.
- Medicines, such as an overdose of acetaminophen.
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
- Fatigue
- Dark urine and pale or clay-colored stools
- Loss of appetite
- Pain or bloating in the belly area
- Nausea and vomiting
- Low fever
- Itching
- Weight loss
Nursing Diagnosis and Nursing Intervention for Hepatitis
1. Acute Pain : abdominal
Related to
- tender
- enlarged liver
Expected outcome
Report a decrease or absence of abdominal pain and tenderness;restrict activities if pain occurs;participates in planned activities when free of pain; take prescribed analgesic if necessary.
Report a decrease or absence of abdominal pain and tenderness;restrict activities if pain occurs;participates in planned activities when free of pain; take prescribed analgesic if necessary.
Nursing Intervention for Hepatitis
- Asses and record presence or absence of abdominal pain or tenderness, hepatomegally and splenomegally.
- Encourage the patient to maintain bedrest or restrict activities if abdominal pain or tenderness is present.
- Administer analgesic as prescribed.
- Notify the physian of sudden occuraence or increase in pain or tenderness.
2. Activity Intolerance
Related to
- fatigue
- generalized malaise.
Expected outcome
Exhibits increased ability to carry out desired activities and allow sufficient periods for rest and relaxation.
Exhibits increased ability to carry out desired activities and allow sufficient periods for rest and relaxation.
Nursing Intervention for Hepatitis
- Encourage the patient to limit activity when fatigue
- Assist the patient in planning periods of rest and activity when symptoms begin to subside.
- Encourage gradual resumption of activities and mild excercise during recovery.
