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A nurse is teaching a client about gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which statement made by the client indicates correct understanding of GERD management?

"Three meals per day is the best regimen to avoid GERD symptoms."

"I can reduce my GERD symptoms through a high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet."

"A snack at bedtime will help reduce the acidity of my stomach during the night."

"I will place a 6-inch (15 cm) block under the head of my bed to help with digestion."

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The statement that is made by the client that indicates a correct understanding of GERD management is that "I will place a 6-inch (15 cm) block under the head of my bed to help with digestion." That is option D.

What is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

The gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is defined as the disease of the gastrointestinal tract that results when there is a back flow to the acidic gastric substances into the lower part of the oesophagus.

The clinical manifestations seen in individuals with gastroesophageal reflux disease include the following:

  • A burning sensation in your chest (heartburn), usually after eating, which might be worse at night or while lying down.

  • Backwash (regurgitation) of food or sour liquid

  • Upper abdominal or chest pain

  • Trouble swallowing (dysphagia) and

  • Sensation of a lump in your throat.

In the management of a patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), placing of the patient is a correct position should be considered by the nurses.

Avoid placing the patient in supine position, have the patient sit upright after meals. This can be achieved by placing a 6-inch (15 cm) block under the head of the bed to help with digestion.

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