When providing care for a client with diarrhea, the nurse instructs the client to avoid drinking with a straw based on the understanding that the straw:
A) Stimulates gastrointestinal (GI) motility.
B) Causes excessive peristalsis.
C) Increases the risk for infection.
D) Increases gas and cramping.

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Drinking through a straw can lead to swallowing air, which can increase gas in the digestive system, potentially leading to more discomfort such as cramping, especially in a client already experiencing diarrhea.

When Providing Care for a Client with Diarrhea, the Nurse