The nurse is caring for a client who is nauseated, vomiting up blood-streaked fluid and has acute gastritis. Which of the following assessments should the nurse ask the client about to determine possible risk factors for gastritis?
A)The amount of fat in the diet
B)History of recent weight gain or loss
C)Any family history of gastric problems
D)Use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

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Use of an NSAID is associated with damage to the gastric mucosa, which can result in acute gastritis. Family history, recent weight gain or loss, and fatty foods are not risk factors for acute gastritis.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Nauseated