MSN 277 Final Exam Questions With Complete Solutions
GERD correct answer: Reflux of gastric contents into the lower portion the esophagus Causes irritation, scar tissue formation, and can lead to strictures Amount of damage depends on the amount of gastric reflux and the ability of the esophagus to clear the acid GERD: Causes correct answer: Decreased LES Medications (CCBs, nitrates, BBs, morphine) Nicotine Food (alcohol, tea, chocolate, caffeine) Delayed gastric emptying Decrease esophageal clearance Risk factors: obesity and pregnancy Hiatal hernias Sliding hiatal hernia correct answer: Fixes itself Most common Para-esophageal/rolling hernia correct answer: Pocket forms along the esophagus Can be a medical emergency GERD: S/S correct answer: Dyspepsia Dysphagia Pyrosis Cough/wheeze Globulus sensation Dyspnea Nocturnal discomfort Non-cardiac chest pain
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