Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
Which disease is the client diagnosed with GERD at greater risk for developing?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Chronic GERD increases the risk of esophageal cancer, particularly adenocarcinoma, due to prolonged acid exposure causing Barrett's esophagus, a precancerous condition. Hiatal hernia is a risk factor for GERD, not a consequence, and gastroenteritis and gastric cancer are less directly linked.