Term 2: module 4: Upper GI system: Usually caused by a weak lower esophageal sphincter resulting in regurgitation of stomach acid into the esophagus; Assessment findings include Heartburn, regurgitation, dysphagia, pain with swallowing, nausea, chest pain. ***Think issues with SWALLOWING."

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Usually caused by a weak lower esophageal sphincter resulting in regurgitation of stomach acid into the esophagus; Assessment findings include Heartburn, regurgitation, dysphagia, pain with swallowing, nausea, chest pain. ***Think issues with SWALLOWING."

Kelly Wright · Accepted Answer

GERD

Term 2: module 4: Upper GI system

Usually caused by a weak lower esophageal sphincter resulting in regurgitation of stomach acid into the esophagus; Assessment findings include Heartburn, regurgitation, dysphagia, pain with swallowing, nausea, chest pain. ***Think issues with SWALLOWING."

GERD

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