The nurse is planning a teaching session regarding ulcers for the residents of an assisted living complex. Which of the concepts may be included in the presentation?
1. Gastric ulcers are more common then duodenal ulcers.
2. The individual with a peptic ulcer will most likely experience pain with an empty stomach.
3. A colonoscopy is the most common test used to diagnose the presence of a gastric ulcer.
4. The first sign of a peptic ulcer may be serious gastrointestinal bleeding.
4. The first sign of a peptic ulcer may be serious gastrointestinal bleeding.
Rationale:
The client with a peptic ulcer may be largely asymptomatic until there is an episode of gastrointestinal bleeding. Duodenal ulcers are more common than gastric ulcers. The individual who has a peptic ulcer will most likely have abdominal pain after food intake. Tests used to diagnose a gastric ulcer include an endoscopy and H. pylori testing.
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1. The patient. 2. The family bloodline. 3. The nurse. 4. The care provider.