A patient comes to the clinic complaining of pain in the epigastric region. What assessment query asked during the health interview would most help the nurse determine if the patient has a peptic ulcer?

Does your pain resolve when you have something to eat?

Do over-the-counter pain medications help your pain?

Does your pain get worse if you get up and do some exercise?

Do you find that your pain is worse when you need to have a bowel movement?