Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis ( 52 Questions)

A client experiencing severe upper abdominal pain and nausea asks the nurse about the possible cause. What should the nurse suspect as a potential underlying condition?


Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. GERD primarily involves acid reflux and heartburn, not severe upper abdominal pain.

B) Incorrect. PUD is characterized by ulcers in the stomach or duodenum, which may cause pain, but it typically doesn't present with severe upper abdominal pain and nausea.

C) Correct. Pancreatitis is characterized by severe upper abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. It is often a result of inflammation of the pancreas.

D) Incorrect. Gastritis involves inflammation of the stomach lining and can cause abdominal discomfort, but it is not typically associated with severe upper abdominal pain.




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