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IUPUI Biophysical Processes Exam 3 2025 Questions and Answers Define GERD: - ....ANSWER ...-Mucosal damage caused by reflux (backflow) of stomach acid into the esophagus, causing irritation/esophagitis Define GER: - ....ANSWER ...-The transfer of gastric contents into the esophagus. - Peak incidence is in infants 4 months of age and generally resolves spontaneously around 12 months of age. - GER Becomes GERD when complications develop. True or False: GER may resolve itself - ....ANSWER ...-True! In some children, may resolve spontaneously as their esophageal sphincter grows stronger, over the first year of life. What are some predisposing factors to GERD/GER? - ....ANSWER ...-- Incompetent lower esophageal sphincter (certain medications & foods exacerbate this) - Decreased esophageal clearance - Decreased gastric emptying - Increased intraabdominal pressure (obesity, hiatal hernia) …FOR STUDENTS ONLY…©️2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED… 1