Identify the statement made by the nurse during the discharge instructions to a client with a hiatal hernia that best aids in the prevention of gastrointestinal discomfort.
A)You may eat three large meals a day but limit carbohydrate intake.
B)If you lie down right after you eat, the food will digest more thoroughly.
C)Try to eat six bland small meals per day that are high in fiber.
D)Drinking two to three glasses of water with each meal will prevent reflux.

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Eating smaller, more frequent meals can help prevent discomfort and reflux associated with a hiatal hernia. Choosing bland, high-fiber foods may also be helpful in reducing symptoms. Lying down after eating or drinking excessive amounts of water during meals may exacerbate symptoms. Limiting carbohydrate intake is not specific to preventing gastrointestinal discomfort related to a hiatal hernia.

Identify the Statement Made by the Nurse During the Discharge