The physician is able to find the site of the bleeding and cauterize the affected vessels. there is no further
evidence of active bleeding. K.L. is transferred back to the unit.
His condition is stabilized with fluids, blood,
and fresh frozen plasma. He received IV esomeprazole (Nexium) and is placed on twice-daily oral therapy.
Later, when he seems to be feeling better, K.L. tells you he is really embarrassed about the mess he made for you. How are you going to respond to him?
• "Blood in the bowel is irritating and acts like a laxative. You were very ill and could not hold this
stool in."
• Many adults are embarrassed and humiliated by "messing in the bed" or similar problems. It
is important we not minimize their feelings but reassure them that as professionals we are
accustomed to these situations.
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