Question 1

A degenerative nerve condition affecting the esophagus, characterized by impaired peristalsis and incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter when swallowing, is called ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   achalasia
B)   achlorhydria
C)   hypochlorhydria
D)   strictureE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 2

What food should be avoided in Level 3 of the National Dysphagia Diet?

Accepted Answer

A)   clam chowder
B)   poached eggs
C)   canned fruit salad
D)   fruit yogurtE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 3

Short Case Study Questions  
A 73-year-old retired administrative assistant has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months. Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes. Currently, she is admitted to the hospital because of complications arising from a recent stroke.
-The nurse documents that the patient has nasal regurgitation and a hoarse, wet voice. She most likely has ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   oropharyngeal dysphagia
B)   esophageal dysphagia
C)   achalasia
D)   stricturesE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 4

Pain or discomfort in the upper abdominal area is termed ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   dysphagia
B)   dyspepsia
C)   epigastria
D)   achalasiaE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

Peptic ulcer patients should avoid food consumption for at least ____ before bedtime.

Accepted Answer

A)   30 minutes
B)   1 hour
C)   2 hours
D)   3 hoursE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

To minimize symptoms of dyspepsia, which might patients be advised to do?

Accepted Answer

A)   consume large meals
B)   eat only raw foods
C)   avoid highly spiced foods
D)   drink coffee rather than fruit juiceE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Exam 23: Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

Peptic ulcer patients should avoid food consumption for at least ____ before bedtime.

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To minimize symptoms of dyspepsia, which might patients be advised to do?

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A degenerative nerve condition affecting the esophagus, characterized by impaired peristalsis and incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter when swallowing, is called ____.

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Pain or discomfort in the upper abdominal area is termed ____.

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What food should be avoided in Level 3 of the National Dysphagia Diet?

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To minimize symptoms of dyspepsia, which might patients be advised to do?

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A degenerative nerve condition affecting the esophagus, characterized by impaired peristalsis and incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter when swallowing, is called ____.

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Pain or discomfort in the upper abdominal area is termed ____.

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