Which information should the nurse provide a client with gastroesophageal reflux disease GERD who is reluctant to make suggested lifestyle changes?
A. "The damage to your esophagus may result in esophagitis."
B. "Long-term exposure to acid increases risk for esophageal cancer."
C. "Without lifestyle changes, the prescriptions are ineffective."
D. "The lifestyle changes will be easier if you adopt them one at a time and institute them gradually."
E. "You will eventually have difficulty with swallowing if this condition is not treated."
Ans:
A. "The damage to your esophagus may result in esophagitis."
B. "Long-term exposure to acid increases risk for esophageal cancer."
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