The nurse is aware that the age-related relaxation of the esophageal sphincter in the 70-year-old patient will cause:
1. excessive belching.
2. dumping syndrome.
3. a tickling sensation, requiring frequent coughing.
4. burning in the throat when lying down.
4
A common age-related change in the throat is a weakened esophageal sphincter. This allows gastric contents to flow back up into the throat and irritate the larynx. Elevating the head of the bed is a common treatment.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 1212
OBJ: 5 TOP: Age-Related Changes
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity
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