NURS 355 EXAM III: GERD UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
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GERD
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GERD
NURS 355 EXAM III: GERD UPDATED
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
GERD stands for: - CORRECT ANSWER- Gastroesophageal Reflux
Heartburn = pyrosis
*REMEMBER THAT GERD IS A CHRONIC SYMPTOM NOT A DISEASE* - CORRECT
ANSWER-
Heartburn occurs when LES pressure is decreased. What medica...
What are the common symptoms for when a child has an acid reflux? - CORRECT
ANSWER✔✔- Frequent vomiting
Frequent cough
Crying with feeding
Heartburn, gas, abdominal pain
Immature digestive system
How to diagnose GERD? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- GE Reflux Scan. A scan in which the
patient swallows a "tracer cocktail"
How to treat GERD (non-pharmacological)? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- Elevate HOB
Sleep: lie on left side
Smoking cessation
Maintain healthy weight
Exercise (avoid crunches, sit-ups)
Wear loose clothing
Diet teaching for patients with GERD: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- Avoid chocolate,
peppermint, alcohol, caffeine, fatty foods, smoking as they reduce the pressure in the lower
esophageal sphincter, and promote reflux
Interventions for patients with acute symptoms of GERD? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- 1.
Elevate HOB 30 degrees, using 4 to 6 pillows
2. Avoid supine position after meals
3. Avoid foods that cause reflux
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