The nurse is reinforcing teaching provided to a patient with esophageal varices.Which activity should the patient be taught to avoid?

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The straining associated with lifting can cause the thin-walled varices to tear,causing severe bleeding.C.Eating carbohydrates may be recommended if the patient also has encephalopathy.B.D.Aerobic activities and rising from a reclining position will not increase pressure in the varices.

The Nurse Is Reinforcing Teaching Provided to a Patient with Esophageal