TABLE OF CONTENTS

Context Chapter I. INTRODUCTION A. Background of the Study B. Objectives C. Significance of the Study II. THEORETICAL BACKGROUND A. Theoretical Source B. Conceptual Framework C. Definition of Terms III. THE NURSING PROCESS A. Assessment Phase B. Planning Phase C. Implementation Phase D. Evaluation Phase IV. SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION Summary Conclusion Recommendation

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Bibliography Appendix A. Assessment Tools B. Health Teaching Plan C. Letter of Permission

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1 2 3 4 5 Anatomy of the GI Tract

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Schematic Diagram of Peptic Ulcer Disease Maslows Hierarchy of Needs Nursing Process Flow Chart Genogram

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Physical Examination Laboratories Medications Prioritized Nursing Problems NOC- NIC Nursing Care Plan Implementation of Nursing Care Plan Progress Notes Evaluation of Plan of Care

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