The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about the assessment, diagnosis, planning, informed consent of the patient.  After studying the information here, you will be able to-

• Discuss the elements of a focused nursing assessment.
• Describe the components of the health history.
• Documentation; be familiar with the diagnostic components as outlined by the North American Nursing Diagnostic Association (NANDA)
• Define nursing diagnosis.
• Discuss the elements of an informed consent.
• Identify requirements of documentation.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about esophogeal and gastric disorders.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss common esophageal pathophysiologies
• Describe the normal anatomy and physiology of the stomach
• Identify common diseases that affect the stomach and their corresponding treatments

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  Gastric Disorders, small intestines disorders.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Identify the causes and complications that arise as a result of disease processes that affect the stomach.
• Discuss the normal anatomy and physiology of the small intestine.
• Describe the pathophysiology diagnosis, and treatment of several diseases that impact upon the small intestine.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  gasrtroenterology biopsy.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss the technique for obtaining biopsy specimens from the small bowel.
• Describe the rectal suction biopsy
• Understand the endoscopic ultrasound, fine need;e aspiration, and its benefits and risks.
• Describe the liver biopsy, its purpose, performation, contraindications and potential complications.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  GI colorectal surgery, nasogastric tubes, gastric lavage, and stints. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to:

• Describe common surgical procedures performed for the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders and their potential associated complications.
• Discuss the indications for the insertion of nasogastric tubes.
• Discuss the procedure for gastric lavage..
• Identify the indications of endoscopic stent placement.

• Discuss non-endoscopic gastrointestinal diagnostic procedures
• Identify the use and care of a multiplicity of endoscopic accessories.
• Describe several potential endoscopic complications.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  GI pharmacology. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss the multiple aspects of medication theraphy relevant to nursing practice; inclusive of administration, dosage calculations, patient education, and documention.
• Describe the general classifications of medications used to treat gastrointestinal diseases and disorders.
• Discuss medications commonly used to treat diseases and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  GI procedures- esophigeal motility disorders. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss colonoscopy preparation, and potential complications.
• Describe capsule endoscopy.
• List indications and indicationa and contraindications for performance of manometry procedures.

• Discuss procedures performed for the evaluation of atypical chest painLearn the critical aspects of Procedure Information for Patient’s
• Describe anorectal manometry.
• Identify radiological tests and therapeutic procedures pertinent to the diagnosis and treatment of various gastrointestinal disorders.

• Indentify non-endoscopic gastrointestinal diagnostic anf therapeutic prosedures.
• Describe both radical and non-radical imaging studies performed on gastroenterology patients, to include, but not limited to indications, contradications, and patient care instructions.
• Explain the diagnostic tests used most frequently to analyze the blood, urine or feces of the gastroenterology patient.
• Discuss several diagnostic tests and proceedures that are directed toward the analysis of gastrointestinal secretions.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  hepatic disorders.   After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Identify the various forms of hepatitis
• Discuss important information necessary to hepatitis identification and treatment in all of its variations.
• Describe key disease processes that involve the liver

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about miscellaneous GI procedures and GI pharmacology.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Discuss techniques for the insertion of nasoenteric tubes.
• Describe the use of pancreatic stents.
• Discuss procedures for colon decompressions and abdominal paracentesis.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about counseling, patient advocacy, standard of care, esophagus disorders.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe the components of counseling and crisis management.
• Identify the responsibilities of the gastroenterology nurse in the role of patient advocate.
• Identify the standards that that influence the performance of gastroenterology nursing.
• Discuss common esophageal disorders.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about small intestinal disorders, large intestine anatomy.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of several diseases that impact the small intestine.
• Discuss the normal anatomy and physiology of the large intestine

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  GI tamponade, dialation, and refractory GERD. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss esophageal varices and their various methods of treatment.
• Discuss various forms of dilation, their implications and potential complications.
• Define refractory GERD and potential therapuetic interventions

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  gasrtroentestinal hemostasis and ablation.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

•   Describe how a patient manifests blood loss.
•   Describe the general principles and the role of the nurse in the performance of thermal coagulation.
•   Discuss laser use and safety during gastroenterology procedures. 

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  hepatic disorders-gastrointestinal disorders.   After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss the nurse's role in the administration of sedation.
• Differentiate various endoscopic procedures and their indications.
• Identify several potential endoscopic complications.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about large intestine disorders.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Identify key information important to the identification, prognosis, and treatment of colitis.
• Discuss the affects of radiation and gastroint\estinal tract.
• Discuss infectious organisms common to the gastrointestinal tract and their treatrments

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about large intestine disorders.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Identify disease processes associated with the large intestine.
• Identify treatment regimens associated with multiple disease processes that affect the large intestine

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pancreatic disorders, liver anatomy, and liver disorders.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Discuss common pancreatic disorders
• Define the normal anatomy and physiology of the liver
• Identify common disorders of the liver and their treatment regimens.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about the biliary system.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe the normal anatomy and physiology of the biliary system.
• Describe the varied pathophysiologies that can affect the biliary system.
• Identify information specific to disease identification. prognosis, and treatment for patients who present with a biliary disorder,

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about the pancreas and pancreatic disorders  After studying the information presented here, you will be able t0

• Discuss the normal anatomy and physiology of the pancreas.
• Identify diseases associated with the pancreas.
• Discuss common tests and treatments performed for to detect and treat abnormalities of the pancreas.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  GI tract anatomy and physiology. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Define the normal anatomical structures that comprise the gastrointestinal tract.
• Discuss the normal physiological properties and functions of the gastrointestinal tract.