A nurse is performing discharge teaching for a client being discharged with a diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease. The nurse should teach the client to eliminate what foods from the diet?
1. Mashed potatoes
2. Tomato sauce
3. Bananas
4. Toast
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Mashed potatoes do not worsen the symptoms of GERD.
Rationale 2: Substances that worsen GERD symptoms include caffeine, alcohol, citrus fruits, tomato-based products, onions, carbonated beverages, spicy foods, chocolate, and smoking.
Rationale 3: Bananas do not worsen the symptoms of GERD.
Rationale 4: Toast does not worsen the symptoms of GERD.
Global Rationale: Substances that worsen GERD symptoms include caffeine, alcohol, citrus fruits, tomato-based products, onions, carbonated beverages, spicy foods, chocolate, and smoking. Mashed potatoes, bananas, and toast are not likely to exacerbate symptoms.
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