GI system

Question 1

what is the difference between GER (gastroesophageal reflux) and GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)?

Answer 1

GER- the passage of gastric content into the esophagus.

GERD- chronic from of GER but you have tissue damage to respiratory structures which can lead to pneumonia and bronchospasms

Question 2

the nurse should place the GER patient in what position?

Answer 2

upright position feedings and at night

Question 3

what’s another position that’s good for GER?

Answer 3

prone with the head elevated because it reduces reflux and is good for stomach emptying.

Question 4

why would we want to avoid putting the child in a car seat after feedings?

Answer 4

it increases intra-abdominal pressure