Nursing Care in Pancreatic Diseases
Keywords:
Pancreatitis, Pancreatic cancer, Nursing care, Gastrointestinal diseases, Pain managementAbstract
Pancreatic diseases, including acute and chronic pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, present significant challenges in clinical care due to their complex pathophysiology and potential for severe systemic complications. Nurses play a critical role in the management of these patients through monitoring, medication administration, nutritional support, and patient education. This article reviews the major types of pancreatic diseases and outlines essential nursing interventions to enhance recovery, reduce complications, and improve patient outcomes
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