The nurse teaching a patient with gastroesophageal reflux about the influence of body position on the disease process. Which patient statement indicates that teaching has been effective?
a. "I elevate the head of the bed 4 to 6 inches."
b. "I elevate the foot of the bed 12 to 16 inches."
c. "I sleep on my back without a pillow under my head."
d. "I sleep on my stomach with my head turned to the left."
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ANS: A
Elevating the head of the bed 4 to 6 inches helps prevent reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus. B. The head of the bed does not need to be elevated 12 to 16 inches. C. D. Sleeping flat or on the stomach could exacerbate symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux.
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