A woman in week 34 of pregnancy reports that she is very uncomfortable because of heartburn. The nurse would suggest that the woman:
a. Substitute other calcium sources for milk in her diet.
b. Lie down after each meal.
c. Reduce the amount of fiber she consumes.
d. Eat five small meals daily.
D
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A Eliminating milk in the diet is an inappropriate dietary suggestion for all preg-nant women, and it does not alleviate heartburn.
B Lying down after meals may actually increase the symptoms of heartburn.
C Reducing the amount of dietary fiber consumed is not likely to alleviate heart-burn.
D Eating small, frequent meals may help with heartburn, nausea, and vomiting.
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