The nurse is obtaining the admission history for a client with suspected peptic ulcer disease (PUD). Which subjective data reported by the client supports this diagnosis?
a. upper mid abdominal gnawing and burning pain
b. severe abdominal cramps and diarrhea after eating spicy foods
c. marked loss of weight and appetite over the last few months
d. use of chewable and liquid antacids for indigestion
Answer: a. upper mid abdominal gnawing and burning pain
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