The nurse is caring for a client with chronic gastritis. The client asks the nurse how to prevent another flare-up of gastritis. Which is the nurse's best response?
a. "Join a support group to help you stop smoking."
b. "Take a multivitamin with iron and folic acid every day."
c. "Make sure to include plenty of fresh vegetables in your diet."
d. "Make sure that your weight stays within normal limits."
A
Smoking and stress contribute to the development of gastritis, so the client should join a support group to help him quit smoking. Multivitamins, fiber, and weight management do not help prevent gastritis development.
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