Abdominal Pain Part 3: Diagnosis and Health Management of Conditions of the Abdomen
Author: Noah H. Carpenter, MD
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Noah H. Carpenter, MD
Dr. Noah Carpenter is a Thoracic and Peripheral Vascular Surgeon. He completed a
Bachelor of Science in chemistry and medical school and training at the University
of Manitoba. Dr. Carpenter completed surgical residency and fellowship at the
University of Edmonton and Affiliated Hospitals in Edmonton, Alberta, and an
additional Adult Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery fellowship at the University of
Edinburgh, Scotland. He has specialized in microsurgical techniques, vascular
endoscopy, laser, and laparoscopic surgery in Brandon, Manitoba and Vancouver,
British Columbia, Canada and in Colorado, Texas, and California. Dr. Carpenter has
an Honorary Doctorate of Law from the University of Calgary, and was appointed a
Citizen Ambassador to China, and has served as a member of the Native Physicians
Association of Canada, the Canadian College of Health Service Executives, the
Science Institute of the Northwest Territories, the Canada Science Council, and the
International Society of Endovascular Surgeons, among others. He has been an
inspiration to youth, motivating them to understand the importance of achieving
higher education.
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Course Summary
Abdominal pain is a common physical complaint that patients report to medical clinicians, and it has a wide array of causes, ranging from very simple to complex. Although many cases of abdominal pain turn out to be minor constipation or gastroenteritis, there are more serious causes that need to be ruled out. An accurate patient medical history, family medical history, and medical testing are important to make an accurate diagnosis. Initial assessment and diagnostic testing will help to provide an early indication of the cause of abdominal pain and the possible treatment options. This is the third in a three-part series on Abdominal Pain.
Course Format
Homestudy
Course Syllabus
I. Introduction
II. Abdominal Pain and Diagnostic Testing
1. Laboratory Testing
2. Radiographic Imaging
III. Pain Management
1. Medication Pain Relief
2. Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
3. Positioning
4. Touch Therapy
5. Heat Therapy
IV. Health Management
1. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
2. Medication Treatment
3. Emotional Support
V. Summary