A male patient was admitted to the hospital because he was vomiting bright red blood. Which of the following terms would be used to document this fact in the patient's chart?

A. Melena
B. Hematochezia
C. Regurgitation
D. Hematemesis
E. Hemorrhoid


Answer: D

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