A common complaint during pregnancy is heartburn. As the clinic nurse, what should be recommended to decrease the discomfort of heartburn?
A) Eat small, frequent meals.
B) Drink warm liquids with the meals.
C) Eat easily digested carbohydrates.
D) Drink liquids immediately before meals.
A
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Nutritional interventions for heartburn include eating small, frequent meals; eliminating fluids immediately before and after meals; and avoiding coffee, high-fat foods, and spices.
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