The digestive system: part 2

Nurs Stand. 2014 Feb;28(25):37-44. doi: 10.7748/ns2014.02.28.25.37.e7459.

Abstract

This article, which forms part of the life sciences series and is the second of two articles on the digestive system, explores the structure and function of the liver, gall bladder and pancreas. It is important that nurses understand how the digestive system works and identify its role in maintaining health. The gross structures of the liver, gall bladder and pancreas associated with the gastrointestinal tract are described, along with relevant physiology and pathologies.

MeSH terms

  • Gastrointestinal Tract / physiology*
  • Humans
  • Nursing Process