What data from the client would indicate that the client suffers from chronic gastritis? (Select all that apply.)
A. Episodes of hematemesis
B. Nausea with vomiting
C. Belching and flatulence
D. Pain relieved by the ingestion of food
E. Steatorrhea
B, D
Rationale: Clients with chronic gastritis have few symptoms. Typically, periodic epigastric pain is present that is relieved by the intake of food.
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