GERD CASE STUDY

Multiple Choice

What is the significance of understanding Gastroesophageal Disease (GERD) in clinical practice?

• It helps in diagnosing heartburn only

• It is crucial for managing chronic digestive disorders

• It is only relevant for surgical cases

• It is not important for nurses

Open Ended

Based on the nurse's notes, what factors might contribute to the severity of Wendy's symptoms and require careful assessment?

Open Ended

Based on the orders given, what is the primary focus of the initial nursing management for this client?

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson about Gastroesophageal Disease (GERD), what is one thing you learned that you would like to remember or apply in your practice?

Multiple Select

Based on the nurse's notes, what are two findings that require immediate follow-up for Wendy, the 35-year-old registered nurse in the ED?

• Epigastric pain and vomiting

• Intermittent chest pain and chronic cough

• Pulse oximeter 97% and B/P 130/86

• Denies diarrhea and shortness of breath