Objectives

In this module, we will discuss lower GI bleeding, its variable presentation and its numerous causes. You will learn a comprehensive diagnostic approach to lower GI bleeding, including what questions to ask on history, what examinations to perform, and what additional tests to order. You will also learn a variety of common and uncommon causes including diverticulosis, angiodysplasia, ischemic colitis, and life threatening causes of lower GI bleeding and how to manage them appropriately.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Overview

    • Objectives

    • Pre-Quiz: Lower GI Bleeding

    • Whiteboard

  • 2

    SOAP Note

    • Introduction

    • Nursing Pearls

    • Subjective

    • Objective

    • Assessment and Plan

    • References

  • 3

    Lecture

    • Lecture

  • 4

    Quiz

    • Lower GI Bleeding Quiz

  • 5

    Conclusion

    • Survey

    • Disclosures