The nurse would assess the client with an early mechanical obstruction of the esophagus for
a. aspiration.
b. coughing.
c. dysphagia.
d. vomiting.
C
The most common manifestation of esophageal disease is dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). First it begins with solid foods and then progresses to semi-solids and liquids, and finally the client is unable to swallow saliva. Aspiration, coughing, and vomiting can be associated with dysphagia, but dysphagia is the major manifestation of early mechanical obstruction.
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