Galen NUR 242 Exam 3 Streb notes with
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GERD Risk factors include - ANSWER Consumption of foods such as caffeine,
alcohol, spicy or fried foods, chocolate, and tomatoes. Lifestyle factors play a big
part especially alcohol and smoking.
GERD the nursing assessment should include - ANSWER asking about a history of
heartburn or atypical chest pain associated with the reflux of GI contents.
GERD manifests differently depending on - ANSWER the patient and the severity
of the disorder
GERD most common symptoms - ANSWER -Heartburn (pyrosis)
-Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
(May be described as substernal burning moving up and down the chest)
GERD pain usually develops within - ANSWER 30-60 minutes after meals
Severe heartburn pain can radiate to the neck, jaw, or back and patients may think
they are having an MI
GERD symptoms are exacerbated when - ANSWER lying down flat or bending
over
,GERD regurgitation may lead to - ANSWER Aspiration or bronchitis
These patients are at risk of aspirating when lying flat
Symptoms of GERD include - ANSWER Coughing or wheezing at night,
dysphagia, belching and nausea, hoarseness, and insomnia. Assess lungs for
presence of crackles.
Hiatal Hernia - ANSWER A condition where a part of the stomach that normally is
located in the abdominal cavity protrudes through the esophageal hiatus to rest
within the chest cavity
Hiatal Hernia symptoms usually worsen after meals. These symptoms may be
made worse when - ANSWER Lying flat and may resolve with sitting up or
walking.
Hiatal Hernia patients should immediately report - ANSWER abdominal pain with
nausea, vomiting, and fever
Hiatal Hernia lifestyle changes may include - ANSWER elevating the head of the
bed when sleeping to allow gravity to prevent acid from refluxing into the
esophagus and remaining upright after meals.
Hiatal hernia Diet should consist of - ANSWER small frequent meals instead of
eating two or three larger meals a day. Avoid vigorous movement after meals.
, Hiatal hernia foods that should be avoided include - ANSWER spicy, greasy foods,
onions, tomatoes and citrus fruits
Gastritis occurs when - ANSWER the lining of the stomach known as the mucosa
becomes inflamed or swollen. When the stomach mucosa becomes inflamed
edema, hemorrhage and erosion of the mucosa occur.
Medical treatment for Gastritis depends on the specific cause. Patients will be
instructed to stop taking irritating medications such as - ANSWER ASA and
NSAIDS
Gastritis medications to decrease the amount of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
these would include - ANSWER Antacids, H2 antagonists, and Proton pump
inhibitors
The patient with Gastritis is at risk for - ANSWER Deficient Fluid Volume
A nursing priority is to access the patient's hydration status. Includes I&O, Daily
Weights, &VS.
Peptic Ulcers Disease - ANSWER are a break in the mucous lining of
gastrointestinal tract from continued contact with gastric juice. This results in
inflammation. Pain that is worsened by the ingestion of food.
Ulcers in the mucosa of GI tract occur from several different causes. Duodenal
ulcers are associated with a - ANSWER H. Pylori infection
Complete Solutions 100% Correct | 2025
Update
GERD Risk factors include - ANSWER Consumption of foods such as caffeine,
alcohol, spicy or fried foods, chocolate, and tomatoes. Lifestyle factors play a big
part especially alcohol and smoking.
GERD the nursing assessment should include - ANSWER asking about a history of
heartburn or atypical chest pain associated with the reflux of GI contents.
GERD manifests differently depending on - ANSWER the patient and the severity
of the disorder
GERD most common symptoms - ANSWER -Heartburn (pyrosis)
-Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
(May be described as substernal burning moving up and down the chest)
GERD pain usually develops within - ANSWER 30-60 minutes after meals
Severe heartburn pain can radiate to the neck, jaw, or back and patients may think
they are having an MI
GERD symptoms are exacerbated when - ANSWER lying down flat or bending
over
,GERD regurgitation may lead to - ANSWER Aspiration or bronchitis
These patients are at risk of aspirating when lying flat
Symptoms of GERD include - ANSWER Coughing or wheezing at night,
dysphagia, belching and nausea, hoarseness, and insomnia. Assess lungs for
presence of crackles.
Hiatal Hernia - ANSWER A condition where a part of the stomach that normally is
located in the abdominal cavity protrudes through the esophageal hiatus to rest
within the chest cavity
Hiatal Hernia symptoms usually worsen after meals. These symptoms may be
made worse when - ANSWER Lying flat and may resolve with sitting up or
walking.
Hiatal Hernia patients should immediately report - ANSWER abdominal pain with
nausea, vomiting, and fever
Hiatal Hernia lifestyle changes may include - ANSWER elevating the head of the
bed when sleeping to allow gravity to prevent acid from refluxing into the
esophagus and remaining upright after meals.
Hiatal hernia Diet should consist of - ANSWER small frequent meals instead of
eating two or three larger meals a day. Avoid vigorous movement after meals.
, Hiatal hernia foods that should be avoided include - ANSWER spicy, greasy foods,
onions, tomatoes and citrus fruits
Gastritis occurs when - ANSWER the lining of the stomach known as the mucosa
becomes inflamed or swollen. When the stomach mucosa becomes inflamed
edema, hemorrhage and erosion of the mucosa occur.
Medical treatment for Gastritis depends on the specific cause. Patients will be
instructed to stop taking irritating medications such as - ANSWER ASA and
NSAIDS
Gastritis medications to decrease the amount of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
these would include - ANSWER Antacids, H2 antagonists, and Proton pump
inhibitors
The patient with Gastritis is at risk for - ANSWER Deficient Fluid Volume
A nursing priority is to access the patient's hydration status. Includes I&O, Daily
Weights, &VS.
Peptic Ulcers Disease - ANSWER are a break in the mucous lining of
gastrointestinal tract from continued contact with gastric juice. This results in
inflammation. Pain that is worsened by the ingestion of food.
Ulcers in the mucosa of GI tract occur from several different causes. Duodenal
ulcers are associated with a - ANSWER H. Pylori infection
