A nurse is teaching a patient with gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) regarding ways to avoid esophageal...
A nurse is teaching a patient with gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) regarding ways to avoid esophageal irritation. What should the nurse include in her teaching plan?
Homework Answers
The nurses include in her teaching plan all the different ways to avoid esophageal irritation (MayoClinic);
- Avoiding foods that may increase reflux such as; alcohol, caffeine, chocolate and mint-flavored foods.
- Use good pill-taking habits such as taking a pill with plenty of water.
- Losing weight through appropriate diet and exercise
- Quit smoking.
- Avoid certain medications such as pain relievers and antibiotics,
- Avoid stooping or bending, especially after eating food.
- Avoid lying down after eating
- Raise the head of your bed.
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