The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following would the nurse expect the health care provider to use to treat this client? (Select all that apply.)
a. NPO diet d. low-fat, low-protein diet
b. fundoplication e. proton pump inhibitors
c. antacids f. increase use of milk products
B, C, E
Medical treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) includes fundoplication, antacids, H2 receptor antagonists, proton pump inhibitors, cytoprotective agents and GI motility agents, and a low-fat and high-protein diet with the reduction of caffeine, milk products, alcohol, peppermint, licorice, and spicy foods.
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