Author Question: The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the ... (Read 37 times)

cnetterville · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following would the nurse expect the health care provider to use to treat this client? (Select all that apply.)

a. NPO diet d. low-fat, low-protein diet
b. fundoplication e. proton pump inhibitors
c. antacids f. increase use of milk products

Question 2

When a child is hospitalized, which of these factors must be the primary focus of nursing care?

a. client safety and protection
b. caregivers' comfort
c. access of grandparents and other family members
d. enforcing visiting hours

olderstudent · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B, C, E
Medical treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) includes fundoplication, antacids, H2 receptor antagonists, proton pump inhibitors, cytoprotective agents and GI motility agents, and a low-fat and high-protein diet with the reduction of caffeine, milk products, alcohol, peppermint, licorice, and spicy foods.

Answer to Question 2

A
Safety must be considered at all times. Caregivers need to know the hospital policies regarding safety and feel confident that their child is going to be protected. Security measures are in place to ensure the safety of the child. These should be followed at all times.