A Patient Who Has Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)is Experiencing Increasing

A patient who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is experiencing increasing discomfort. Which patient statement to the nurse indicates that additional teaching about GERD is needed?

A) "I take antacids between meals and at bedtime each night."
B) "I sleep with the head of the bed elevated on 4-inch blocks."
C) "I eat small meals during the day and have a bedtime snack."
D) "I quit smoking several years ago, but I still chew a lot of gum."

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