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A nurse is caring for a client who continues to have issues with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Which of the following statements provides the best preventative health care education for this client?

A. A glass of wine per day might help with reducing your stress and improve your GERD.B. It is important for you to practice good oral hygiene with this disorder.C. You can lay down 30 minutes after eating if that will help you feel better.D. Adding more citrus foods in your diet might help with easing the manifestations.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Good oral hygiene prevents dental erosion and complications from GERD-related acid exposure.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who continues to have issues with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Which of the following statements provides the best preventative health care education for this client?

A. A glass of wine per day might help with reducing your stress and improve your GERD.B. It is important for you to practice good oral hygiene with this disorder.C. You can lay down 30 minutes after eating if that will help you feel better.D. Adding more citrus foods in your diet might help with easing the manifestations.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Good oral hygiene prevents dental erosion and complications from GERD-related acid exposure.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a patient receiving enteral nutrition through a nasogastric (NG) tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk of aspiration?

A. Flush the NG tube with 60 mL of water before starting the feeding.B. Administer the feeding with the patient lying flat to ensure comfort.C. Increase the feeding rate to ensure the patient receives adequate nutrition.D. Position the patient in a semi-Fowler's position during and after feeding.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Positioning the patient in a semi-Fowler's position reduces the risk of aspiration during and after feeding.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is educating a client about the risk factors for GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. It is okay to take aspirin with GERD.B. You should avoid or cut down on alcohol and caffeine which can aggravate GERD.C. There is no causal link between lying down after eating and increased onset of GERD.D. You should avoid possible mercury-containing foods such as some seafood because of their risk to GERD.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Avoiding alcohol and caffeine is recommended as they relax the lower esophageal sphincter, worsening GERD symptoms.

Question 5 of 5

A patient presents with numbness and tingling in the thumb, index, and middle fingers, and a positive Phalen's test. Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate to address the underlying cause of these symptoms?

A. Administering oral corticosteroids to reduce inflammation systemically.B. Applying heat therapy to the affected area to increase blood flow.C. Wrist splinting to maintain a neutral position during sleep.D. Performing finger stretching exercises to enhance flexibility.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Wrist splinting maintains a neutral position, reducing pressure on the median nerve in carpal tunnel syndrome.

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