Teaching Plan for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

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What is a recommended nursing intervention for a client with impaired esophageal motility?

Encourage the client to avoid eating 3 hours before bedtime

Encourage the client to eat quickly

Encourage the client to drink fluids with meals (correct)

Administer calcium channel blockers and nitrates to increase esophageal pressure

Which of the following is a characteristic of achalasia?

More common in African American individuals

Impaired relaxation of lower esophageal sphincter

Characterized by impaired peristalsis of smooth muscle of esophagus (correct)

Non-peristaltic contraction of esophageal smooth muscle

What is a common risk factor for squamous cell carcinoma of the esophagus?

Eating small, frequent meals

Elimination of foods that aggravate symptoms

Sitting up while eating

Chronic alcohol use (correct)

What is one way to differentiate between the symptoms of hiatal hernia and those of myocardial infarction?

Being alert to the possibility of aspiration Signup and view all the answers

Which collaborative care option is used for achalasia?

Balloon dilation of lower esophageal sphincter Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse inform a patient with impaired esophageal motility about their eating habits?

Drinking fluids with meals can help improve swallowing Signup and view all the answers

What is a key nursing intervention for a client with gastric complications?

Monitor color, quantity, and consistency of stools and emesis Signup and view all the answers

When should medications be administered to a patient with gastric complications?

2 hours after meals Signup and view all the answers

In the event of uncontrollable bleeding, obstruction, or perforation, what should the nurse do?

Prepare the client for surgery Signup and view all the answers

What kind of meals should the nurse encourage for a client with gastric complications?

Frequent, small meals Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of monitoring occult blood in patients with gastric complications?

To evaluate gastrointestinal bleeding Signup and view all the answers

Why should mucosal healing agents be administered at least 1 hour before meals?

To maximize their effectiveness on the stomach lining Signup and view all the answers

What is the general goal of nursing care in oral health?

To relieve pain and symptoms to ensure proper food and fluid intake Signup and view all the answers

How should impaired oral mucous membrane be managed in nursing care?

Teach clients to limit irritants like tobacco, alcohol, and spicy foods Signup and view all the answers

In cases of imbalanced nutrition, what is an appropriate nursing intervention?

Assess nutritional intake and recommend high-calorie and protein diet according to client preferences Signup and view all the answers

Why should clients limit irritants like tobacco and alcohol in oral care?

To reduce the risk of complications and promote healing Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency for assisting with oral hygiene post eating in nursing care?

Twice a day Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to assess nutritional intake in cases of imbalanced nutrition?

To determine appropriate dietary changes Signup and view all the answers

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