.png){kind=logo}
GERD Risk factors include Consumption of foods such as caffeine, alcohol, spicy or fried foods, chocolate, and tomatoes. Lifestyle factors play a big part especially alcohol and smoking.
GERD the nursing assessment should include asking about a history of heartburn or atypical chest pain associated with the reflux of GI contents.
GERD manifests differently depending on the patient and the severity of the disorder
GERD most common symptoms -Heartburn (pyrosia) Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
(May be described as substernal burning moving up and down the chest)
GERD pain usually develops within 30-60 minutes after meals
Severe heartburn pain can radiate to the neck, jaw, or back and patients may think they are having an MI
GERD symptoms are exacerbated when lying down flat or bending over
GERD regurgitation may lead to Aspiration or bronchitis
.png)