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Average Score: 81%
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The nurse is admitting a client with a suspected duodenal ulcer. The client will most likely report that his abdominal discomfort decreases when he:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Duodenal ulcers cause pain relieved by eating due to buffering of gastric acid. Pain worsens when the stomach is empty. Resting or sitting upright does not directly relieve symptoms.