During an interview, a client reports having frequent heartburn. Which question will the nurse ask in response to this information?
a. "Has your abdomen been distended when you feel the heartburn?"
b. "What have you eaten in the last 24 hours?"
c. "Is there a history of heart disease in your family?"
d. "How long after eating do you have heartburn?"
ANS: D
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