A client is 36 weeks pregnant and is complaining of heartburn. What would be the most helpful nursing order?
a. Rest after each meal.
b. Eat smaller and more frequent meals.
c. Take an antacid tablet before each meal.
d. Avoid fruits and vegetables high in acid content.
B
Eating smaller and more frequent meals helps decrease the pressure against the lower esophageal sphincter so heartburn is relieved. Sitting up for at least 30 minutes following a meal will also help prevent heartburn. Resting in a lying position after meals will aggravate heartburn. Taking an antacid tablet before each meal is not an appropriate intervention. Antacids should be used to treat heartburn of pregnancy not to prevent it. Medications should be avoided during pregnancy, when possible.
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