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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) weakens the Eat small, frequent meals, and remain in an upright position for at least 30 minutes
lower esophageal sphincter, predisposing older persons to after eating.
risk for impaired swallowing. In managing the symptoms
associated with GERD, the nurse should assign the highest Small, frequent feedings requires less release of hydrochloric acid. Remaining in an
priority to which of the following interventions? upright position for 30 minutes after meals prevents reflux into the esophagus
a. Decrease daily intake of vegetables and water, and
ambulate frequently.
b. Drink coffee diluted with milk at each meal, and remain in
an upright position for 30 minutes.
c. Eat small, frequent meals, and remain in an upright
position for at least 30 minutes after eating.
d. Avoid over-the-counter drugs that have antacids in them.
The nurse is performing an admission assessment on a -Pyrosis (heartburn), water brash, and flatulence
client diagnosed with GERD. Which sign and symptoms
would indicate GERD? Pyrosis is heartburn, water brash is the feeling of saliva secretion as a result of reflux,
and flatulence is gas-all symptoms of GERD.
-Pyrosis, water brash, and flatulence
-Weight loss, dysarthria, and diarrhea
-Decreased abdominal fat, proteinuria, and constipation
-Midepigastric pain, positive H pylori test, and melena
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A client with hiatal hernia chronically experiences heartburn Lying recumbent after meals
after meals. Which should the nurse teach the client to
avoid? Hiatal hernia is caused by a protrusion of a portion of the stomach above the
diaphragm, where the esophagus usually is positioned.
"Which statement made by the client indicates to the nurse 2. "I take antacid tablets with me wherever I go."
the client may be experiencing GERD?
Frequent use of antacids indicates an acid reflux problem.
1. "My chest hurts when I walk up the stairs in my home." 2. "I
take antacid tablets with me wherever I go."
3. My spouse tells me I snore very loudly at night."
4. I drink six (6) to seven (7) soft drinks every day
Which diagnostic results support the diagnosis of peptic a. Low hemoglobin (Hgb)
ulcer disease (PUD)? (Select all that apply.) c. Low hematocrit (Hct)
d. Positive for H. pylori bacteria
a. Low hemoglobin (Hgb)
b. Low white blood cell (WBC) level
c. Low hematocrit (Hct)
d. Positive for H. pylori bacteria
e. Low potassium of 3.4 mEq/L
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) weakens the Eat small, frequent meals, and remain in an upright position for at least 30 minutes
lower esophageal sphincter, predisposing older persons to after eating.
risk for impaired swallowing. In managing the symptoms
associated with GERD, the nurse should assign the highest Small, frequent feedings requires less release of hydrochloric acid. Remaining in an
priority to which of the following interventions? upright position for 30 minutes after meals prevents reflux into the esophagus
a. Decrease daily intake of vegetables and water, and
ambulate frequently.
b. Drink coffee diluted with milk at each meal, and remain in
an upright position for 30 minutes.
c. Eat small, frequent meals, and remain in an upright
position for at least 30 minutes after eating.
d. Avoid over-the-counter drugs that have antacids in them.
The nurse is performing an admission assessment on a -Pyrosis (heartburn), water brash, and flatulence
client diagnosed with GERD. Which sign and symptoms
would indicate GERD? Pyrosis is heartburn, water brash is the feeling of saliva secretion as a result of reflux,
and flatulence is gas-all symptoms of GERD.
-Pyrosis, water brash, and flatulence
-Weight loss, dysarthria, and diarrhea
-Decreased abdominal fat, proteinuria, and constipation
-Midepigastric pain, positive H pylori test, and melena
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, 9/13/26, 5:26 AM Upper GI Nclex Questions- GERD& Hernias, Gastritis & Peptic Ulcer Disease Flashcards | Quizlet
A client with hiatal hernia chronically experiences heartburn Lying recumbent after meals
after meals. Which should the nurse teach the client to
avoid? Hiatal hernia is caused by a protrusion of a portion of the stomach above the
diaphragm, where the esophagus usually is positioned.
"Which statement made by the client indicates to the nurse 2. "I take antacid tablets with me wherever I go."
the client may be experiencing GERD?
Frequent use of antacids indicates an acid reflux problem.
1. "My chest hurts when I walk up the stairs in my home." 2. "I
take antacid tablets with me wherever I go."
3. My spouse tells me I snore very loudly at night."
4. I drink six (6) to seven (7) soft drinks every day
Which diagnostic results support the diagnosis of peptic a. Low hemoglobin (Hgb)
ulcer disease (PUD)? (Select all that apply.) c. Low hematocrit (Hct)
d. Positive for H. pylori bacteria
a. Low hemoglobin (Hgb)
b. Low white blood cell (WBC) level
c. Low hematocrit (Hct)
d. Positive for H. pylori bacteria
e. Low potassium of 3.4 mEq/L
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