The nurse is caring for a patient who has a bleeding gastric ulcer. Which of the following patient statements would indicate correct understanding of beverages to avoid after treatment of a bleeding gastric ulcer? (Select all that apply.)
a. Iced tea
b. Lemonade
c. Beer
d. Diet soda pop
e. Coffee
f. Milk
ANS: A, C, E
Foods known to cause the patient discomfort, such as spicy foods, carbonated drinks, caffeinated products, and alcohol, should be avoided during the healing period.
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