GI: GERD (Exam 1) Questions and Answers 100% Correct
GI: GERD (Exam 1) Questions and Answers 100% Correct GI: GERD (Exam 1) Questions and Answers 100% Correct GI: GERD (Exam 1) Questions and Answers 100% Correct Define GERD - ANSWER-gastroesophageal reflux disease; pathological frequency of reflux of GI content into the esophagus Define heartburn - ANSWER-burning restrosternal pain due to exposure of the esophagus to acid for a prolonged period of time Define esophagitis - ANSWER-endoscopic or histological demonstration of inflammation of the esophageal mucosa Define erosive esophagitis - ANSWER-erosion of the esophageal lining, damages the mucosa causing redness, frability, bleeding, and ulcers
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