2024 PN NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question
A client with dumping syndrome should..........................while a client with GERD should..........................
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For a client with dumping syndrome, lying down after meals can help slow gastric emptying and reduce symptoms like nausea and diarrhea. Conversely, a client with GERD should also lie down after meals to prevent acid reflux, as this position can exacerbate symptoms if done too soon after eating.
Option A is incorrect because sitting up after meals is beneficial for GERD but not for dumping syndrome. Option B suggests lying down for dumping syndrome, which is not advisable. Option C is misleading, as both conditions require different post-meal positions for optimal symptom management.