A patient who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)is experiencing increasing discomfort. Which patient statement to the nurse indicates that additional teaching about GERD is needed?

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GERD is exacerbated by eating late at night,and the nurse should plan to teach the patient to avoid eating at bedtime. The other patient actions are appropriate to control symptoms of GERD.

A Patient Who Has Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)is Experiencing Increasing