Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
The nurse understands that the primary symptoms of a sliding hiatal hernia are associated with reflux. Therefore, the nurse should assess the client with a hiatal hernia for which of the following symptoms?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Pyrosis (heartburn) is a primary symptom of a sliding hiatal hernia, caused by acid reflux into the esophagus.