NUR 242 Med Surg (NUR242)

xam 1 med surg study guide Unit 1 Specialty practice of medical-surgical nursing Promote, restore, or maintain optimal health for patients 18 years and older Nurses must have knowledge, skills, and attitudes to be

Med Surg Exam 3 Streb PP Chapter 7 Chapter 54: Care of Patients with Esophageal Problems, pp. 1087-1092 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) • Risk factors include consumption of foods such as caffeine, alcohol, spicy or fried foods, chocolate, and tomatoes. Lifestyle factors play a big part especially alcohol and smoking. • The nursing assessment should include asking about a history of heartburn or atypical chest pain associated with the reflux of GI contents. GERD manifest different...