nurse's notes

Colonoscopy is the direct visualization of the large intestine by the use of colonoscope to assess the the large intestines for a presence a condition such as polyps, strictures, ulcerative collitis, crohn's disease and cancer condition.
Preparation Care to patient before Colonoscopy

• First explain the procedure to the patient/ immediate family. Understanding about the procedure promotes cooperation and relieve anxiety to patient.

• Take the consent from patient or immediate family.

• Limit patients intake to clear liquids for 24-48 hours before the procedure or as directed by the endoscopist

• administer cathartic as prescribed by the physician in the evening for two days before the examination
• saline enemas until return are clear 3 hours before the colonoscopy
• prepare equiptments and be sure all are working properly
• let patient void and gown to be on
• Administer all medications ordered by physician like analgesic or sedative
• keep vein open for administering emergency medications as directed by the physician
• Vital signs taken and record

Nurse assist the physician during the procedure