The nurse evaluates the understanding of a patient on the relationship between body position and gastroesophageal reflux after a teaching session. Which statement by the patient would indicate that the teaching has been effective?
a. "I elevate the foot of the bed 12 to 16 inches."
b. "I sleep on my stomach with my head turned to the left."
c. "I sleep on my back without a pillow under my head."
d. "I elevate the head of the bed 4 to 6 inches."
ANS: D
Elevating the head of the bed 4 to 6 inches helps prevent reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus.
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