An adolescent with irritable bowel syndrome comes to see the school nurse.What information should the nurse share with the adolescent?
A) A low-fiber diet is required.
B) Stress management may be helpful.
C) Milk products are a contributing factor.
D) Pantoprazole (a proton pump inhibitor) is effective in treatment.

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Irritable bowel syndrome is believed to involve motor,autonomic,and psychologic factors.Stress management,environmental modification,and psychosocial intervention may reduce stress and gastrointestinal symptoms.A high-fiber diet with psyllium supplement is often beneficial.Milk products can exacerbate bowel problems caused by lactose intolerance.Antispasmodic drugs,antidiarrheal drugs,and simethicone are beneficial for some individuals.Proton pump inhibitors have no effect.

An Adolescent with Irritable Bowel Syndrome Comes to See the School