A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with esophageal reflux disorder. The patient should be advised to:
A) Keep the head of the bed lowered.
B) Drink a cup of hot tea before bedtime.
C) Avoid carbonated drinks.
D) Drink a carbonated drink after meals.
Ans: C
Feedback: For a patient diagnosed with esophageal reflux disorder, the nurse should instruct the patient to keep the head of the bed elevated. Carbonated drinks, caffeine, and tobacco should be avoided. A high-fiber low-fat diet should be eaten daily.
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