Nursing Care Measures for Gastrointestinal Bleeding

The nursing care for gastrointestinal bleeding should be comprehensive and meticulous, mainly including the following aspects: 1. The patient should remain absolutely at bed rest in a supine position with the head turned to one side to prevent suffocation caused by vomiting blood; 2. Fasting (no food or water) is required initially, followed by a gradual transition from clear liquids to semi-liquids and then to a regular diet after the bleeding stops. Coarse or hard foods should be avoided; 3. Closely monitor the patient's vital signs, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration, and record the 24-hour intake and output. Observe the color and amount of vomitus and stool; 4. Provide enhanced oral and skin care to prevent infection; 5. Administer hemostatic agents and fluid replacement therapy as prescribed, and adjust the intravenous infusion rate timely; 6. Prevent complications such as thrombosis and encourage appropriate physical activity as permitted by the patient's condition. These comprehensive nursing measures help gastrointestinal bleeding patients safely pass through the critical period and promote recovery.