Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a patient in the primary care office who states, "I think I have been experiencing symptoms of reflux."┬Ø. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse anticipate for a patient who has GERD?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Dyspepsia, or indigestion, is a common symptom of GERD. It can manifest as discomfort or pain in the stomach or chest, a feeling of fullness, or problems with belching or gas.