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1.8 pts Question 50 A 52-year-old female patient named Linda visits her primary care clinic due to persistent heartburn and regurgitation of acid for the past few months. She reports that her symptoms worsen after meals and when lying down. Linda has been using over-the-counter antacids, but her relief is short-lived, and she is concerned about the frequent discomfort. During the consultation, the nurse practitioner (NP) conducts a thorough assessment, asking about her dietary habits, lifestyle, and any recent weight changes. Linda admits to enjoying spicy foods and often eating close to bedtime. The NP notes that Linda has a body mass index (BMI) of 29, indicating she is overweight, The nurse practitioner provides patient education related to gastroesophageal reflux disease. The NP explains that the problem is related to sphincter not closing properly. lower esophageal pyloric Odd O internal Previous Next