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Why Should a Patient with GERD Avoid Substances Such as Chocolate,peppermint,alcohol,nicotine,and

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Why should a patient with GERD avoid substances such as chocolate,peppermint,alcohol,nicotine,and caffeinated drinks?


A) These substances increase the pressure in the lower esophageal sphincter and lead to reflux.
B) These substances decrease the pressure in the lower esophageal sphincter leading to reflux.
C) These substances increase the pressure in the duodenal sphincter causing reflux and emesis.
D) These substances decrease the pressure in the duodenal sphincter causing reflux and emesis.

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