A 39-year-old female with chronic intermittent pain in the epigastric area 2 to 3 hours after eating is diagnosed with a duodenal ulcer.Which of the following behaviors may have contributed to the development of the ulcer?
A) Cigarette smoking
B) Drinking caffeinated beverages
C) Consuming limited fiber
D) Antacid consumption

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Acid production is stimulated by cigarette smoking.
Caffeinated beverages do not contribute to ulcer formation.
Fiber is important,but consuming limited fiber will not contribute to ulcer formation.
Antacids may relieve pain,but they do not contribute to ulcer formation.

A 39-Year-Old Female with Chronic Intermittent Pain in the Epigastric