Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Avoid caffeine-containing beverages. Caffeine can relax the lower esophageal sphincter, leading to increased acid reflux in GERD. Citrus fruits (choice A) can exacerbate symptoms due to their acidity. Consuming large meals before bedtime (choice B) increases the likelihood of reflux as lying down can allow stomach contents to flow back up. Eating high-fat foods to coat the stomach (choice D) can worsen symptoms as they delay stomach emptying. Other choices are irrelevant.