This presentation addresses the use of the Bravo pH capsule system in the endoscopy setting including indications for performing the Bravo pH capsule study. Various symptoms patients experience and the manifestations of reflux disease will be highlighted as well as the different options of performing the Bravo pH capsule study (patients either off their medication for reflux, on their medication, or a combination of off medication then followed by on medication). The necessity for patient education including pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure will be addressed. Technical instruction for performing the Bravo pH capsule procedure will also be highlighted.

Section Description

We are pleased to present the abstracts from SGNA's 33rd Annual Course, SGNA on a Mission: Exceeding Expectations. The diversity of these topics certainly reflects the richness and breadth of our specialty. In keeping with the tradition of the Annual Course, we hope the following abstracts will encourage discussions for improving nursing practice and patient care outcomes.