Which Recommendation Is Most Appropriate for a Patient Who Has

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which recommendation is most appropriate for a patient who has had an esophageal dilation related to achalasia?

• A) Consume only liquid.
• B) Avoid fruit juices.
• C) Drink 10 oz of fluid with each meal.
• D) Lie down for 30 minutes after each meal.

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Definitions:

Macular Degeneration

A disease characterized by the deterioration of the macula, the central portion of the retina, leading to vision loss, particularly in the elderly.

Nearsightedness

A common vision condition where close objects appear clearly, but distant ones do not because of the shape of the eye.

Farsightedness

A common vision condition in which distant objects may be seen more clearly than objects that are near.

Seizure Prevention

Strategies or treatments aimed at reducing the occurrence or severity of seizures in individuals with epilepsy or other seizure disorders.