Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
A client has been diagnosed with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Which information is most important for the nurse to reinforce?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
It is critical to report promptly to your health care provider any findings of peptic ulcers. Such findings include night-time awakening with burning, cramp-like abdominal pain, vomiting and even hematemesis, and change in appetite.