Gastrointestinal System - Ostomy

Nutrition Care Process

Last Updated: 2020-06-01 Target Group: All Adults

Sample PES or PESS/PASS statements (problem, etiology/aetiology, signs and symptoms) using some NCP terminology

These statements are provided as examples only and will not apply to all individuals:

Increased sodium and fluid needs, due to alteration in gastrointestinal tract (decreased functional length of GI tract due to ileostomy), as evidenced by symptoms of dehydration.
Inadequate oral intake, due to unsupported beliefs/attitudes about food, nutrition and nutrition-related information, as