Which of the following information is best for the nurse to include when teaching a client with peptic ulcer disease (PUD) about dietary management of the disease?
A)"Avoid foods that cause pain after you eat them."
B)"High-protein foods are least likely to cause pain."
C)"You will need to remain on a bland diet indefinitely."
D)"You should avoid eating many raw fruits and vegetables."

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The best information is that each individual should choose foods that are not associated with postprandial discomfort. Raw fruits and vegetables may irritate the gastric mucosa, but chewing well seems to decrease this and some clients may tolerate these well.
High-protein foods not only help to neutralize acid but they also stimulate hydrochloric (HCl) acid secretion and may increase discomfort for some clients. Bland diets may be recommended during an acute exacerbation of PUD, but there is little scientific evidence to support their use.

Which of the Following Information Is Best for the Nurse