The nurse has completed education about peptic ulcer disease (PUD) with the client. The nurse determines that learning has occurred when the client makes which statement?
1. "I will join a gym and increase my exercise.".
2. "I will drink more milk and limit spicy foods.".
3. "I will take ibuprofen (Motrin) for my headaches.".
4. "I will limit my intake of caffeine products.".
4. "I will limit my intake of caffeine products.".
Rationale:
Caffeine is a risk factor for PUD, so limiting caffeine will be beneficial in the treatment of it.). There is no correlation between exercise and the management of PUD. Milk can increase acid production, and spicy foods are not an issue with PUD. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) are a primary cause of PUD.
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