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Which of the following are non-pharmacological measure that may control symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease?
Suggested Answer: E
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Non-pharmacological measure that may control symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease are: Avoid aggravating foods/beverages that may reduce LES pressure alcohol, citrus juices caffeine, garlic, onions or cause direct irritation such as spicy foods or tomato juice should be avoided. Reduce fat intake, remain upright after meals, avoid meal before bedtime. Avoid tight fitted cloths, decrease intra-abdominal pressure. Discontinue nicotine use. Reduce intake of food or beverage that may reduce lower esophageal sphincter
tone.
12 comments · newest first
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Freida
11 months ago
Not sure about the lower esophageal sphincter tone thing...
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Stefany
12 months ago
Nicotine cessation is a must for reflux sufferers!
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Paris
12 months ago
Wait, wearing tight clothes to help reflux? That can't be right!
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Kris
12 months ago
Totally agree, but increasing fat intake? That sounds off.
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Micheline
1 year ago
Staying upright after meals really helps!
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Elsa
1 year ago
Wearing tight clothes seems wrong for managing reflux, but I can't remember if it was specifically mentioned in our study materials.
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Reuben
1 year ago
I feel like we practiced a question about lifestyle changes for GERD, and I think discontinuing nicotine use was one of the correct answers.
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Rolland
1 year ago
I remember discussing how remaining upright after meals can help with reflux symptoms, but I'm not entirely sure if it's the only option.
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Samira
1 year ago
I think increasing fat intake is actually counterproductive for reflux, but I can't recall the exact reasoning behind it.
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Royal
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused by the differences between the Strict and Default profiles. I'll need to review the details of each one to decide which customized clone would be the most effective.
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Ettie
1 year ago
Wait, is it the Federal Register? I'm getting a little confused between all these different government publications. I better double-check my notes before answering.
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Noemi
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this. I'll have to think it through carefully.