The most accurate method of diagnosing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is which of the following?
A. Endoscopy
B. Schilling's test
C. 24-hour ambulatory pH monitoring
D. Stool testing for occult blood
C
The most accurate method of diagnosing gastroesophageal reflux disease is 24-hour ambulatory pH monitoring.
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When logrolling a patient, turn the patient as a unit
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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