The nurse is providing care to a patient who ingested bleach.Which diagnosis should the nurse anticipate when planning care for this patient?

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Ingestion of bleach can cause immediate damage to the esophagus, resulting in esophageal trauma. Bleach can cause chemical burns to the mucous membranes lining the esophagus, leading to inflammation, pain, and tissue destruction. Long-term complications can include scarring or strictures that may require surgical intervention. While cancer is a possible complication associated with chemical burns or trauma, it is not a likely diagnosis in the immediate aftermath of bleach ingestion.

The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Patient Who Ingested