The nurse is preparing to provide care for a client diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease.
Which pathophysiological characteristic will the nurse correctly associate with the patient’s diagnosis?

Choice A rationale

Drinking a glass of water with each meal is not typically recommended for patients with dumping syndrome. In fact, it’s often suggested to avoid drinking liquids until at least 30 minutes after a meal.
Choice B rationale
Increasing protein in the diet is indeed a good recommendation for a patient with dumping syndrome. High-protein foods can help to slow the rate of gastric emptying and reduce symptoms.
Choice C rationale
Eating three moderate-sized meals a day might not be the best advice for a patient with dumping syndrome. Instead, it’s often recommended to eat smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day.
Choice D rationale
Eating a bedtime snack that contains a milk product is not typically recommended for patients with dumping syndrome. Dairy products can sometimes exacerbate symptoms.

Choice A rationale
Development of gastric ulcers is not a common complication of an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) procedure. Gastric ulcers are typically caused by factors such as Helicobacter pylori infection or long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), not by the EGD procedure itself.
Choice B rationale
Perforation of the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum is a potential complication of an EGD procedure. During an EGD, a flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the mouth and down into the gastrointestinal tract. If the tube accidentally punctures or tears the lining of the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum, it can cause a perforation. This is a serious complication that requires immediate medical attention.
Choice C rationale
While allergic reactions to the sedation medication used during an EGD procedure can occur, they are not a direct complication of the EGD procedure itself. Allergic reactions would be related to the specific medication used for sedation and not the procedure.
Choice D rationale
Infection at the site of the procedure is not a common complication of an EGD. The procedure is performed using aseptic technique to minimize the risk of infection.