Please note: This is the general version of the course: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in Pediatric Age Groups – Functional GI Disorders R380B. No pharmacology credits will be earned. Click here to take the pharmacology version.

Course Summary

Gastroesophageal reflux can occur in the first months of life and often resolves by age one. As individuals age, consistent symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease or heartburn can lead to complications. Successful management includes understanding the disorder, medication, dietary approaches, and education on managing symptoms. Several drugs are used for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Patients should be investigated for symptoms and followed up through recommended diagnostic testing and treatment.

Course Format

Homestudy

Course Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • GERD Prevalence and Etiology
  • Pathophysiology in Pediatric GERD
  • NASPGHAN Consensus Statements
  • GERD Presentation
    • Infants
    • Preschool Age
    • Older Children and Adolescents
  • Complications of GERD
  • Diagnosis of GERD
    • Screening Questionnaires
    • Empiric Treatment Trial
    • Ultrasound
    • Barium Contrast Radiography
    • Endoscopy and Histology
    • Esophageal pH Monitoring or Impedance Monitoring
    • Electrogastrography
    • Biomarkers
    • Differential Diagnoses
  • GERD Treatment
    • Antireflux Surgery
    • Endoscopic Techniques
    • Pharmacology: PPI, H2RA, Antacid, Prokinetic, Surface Agents
  • Case Study: Infant GERD
  • Summary

Author

Sarah Schulze, MSN, APRN, CPNP

Sarah Schulze is a board certified pediatric nurse practitioner and professional medical content writer. She earned her BSN from Indiana State University and her MSN from University of Illinois at Chicago. In clinical practice as an RN and NP, she has experience in a variety of settings; including critical care, PACU, pediatrics, mental health, and lactation support. She currently owns and operates a private practice providing outpatient mental health services to children and adolescents. As a writer, she has developed content for many CEU courses, medical apps, health education curricula, NCLEX study materials, health blogs, and more.