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CCNS Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist

Category - Adult

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Benita, a 65-year-old banker, was admitted in the unit due to Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). The clinical nurse specialist should educate the patient to avoid which type of diet to avoid acid reflux?

High fat, carbonated and caffeinated beverages
Beer and green tea
Soda, coffee, and tea
Red meat

Explanation

Answer - A - The clinical nurse specialist should advice the patient to avoid foods which are high fat and carbonated and caffeinated beverages must be avoided to avoid backflow of gastric contents. Excessive caffeine reduces the tone of lower esophageal sphincter.

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