Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Crohn's Disease
Category: Gastrointestinal
Assessment
Patient presents with abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss.
Diagnosis
Risk for imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements related to malabsorption and increased gastrointestinal losses.
Goals
Patient will maintain adequate nutritional status as evidenced by stable weight and laboratory values. Patient will verbalize understanding of dietary modifications to manage Crohn's disease.
Interventions
Monitor weight and nutritional status regularly. Educate patient on a balanced diet and avoiding trigger foods. Administer prescribed medications to reduce inflammation. Encourage small, frequent meals to improve nutrient absorption.
Rationale
These interventions help manage symptoms and improve nutritional status in patients with Crohn's disease.
Evaluation
Patient's weight and nutritional status will be monitored to evaluate the effectiveness of the care plan.