The nurse is talking with a group of nursing students about clients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The students ask what advice could be given to a client with GERD to aid in controlling symptoms. What advice would the nurse give?
A) Eat small meals. C) Drink fruit juices with meals.
B) Lie down 30 minutes after eating. D) Eat 2 to 3 hours before bedtime.
A
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Individuals with GERD should avoid large meals, lying down for 3 hours after meals, alcohol, and heavily spiced or fatty foods.
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