An older patient with a peptic ulcer asks why lifestyle alterations are needed. What should the nurse explain to the patient?
1. Alcohol stimulates gastric acid secretion.
2. Alcohol acts to suppress gastric immunity.
3. Caffeine is associated with abdominal pain.
4. Tobacco reduces the effectiveness of gastric ulcer medications.
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Rationale: Alcohol stimulates gastric acid secretion which can contribute to the development of peptic ulcers.
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