The Nurse Will Instruct the Patient with GERD Who Is

question 36

Multiple Choice

The nurse will instruct the patient with GERD who is being discharged after a Stretta procedure that

• A) acetaminophen (Tylenol) tablets can be used for pain.
• B) postoperative nausea is an expected symptom.
• C) gelatin, clear broth, and tea are appropriate foods for the next 24 hours.
• D) intake and output should be measured and reported to the health care provider.

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