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What is a common recommendation for managing GERD after meals?
What is a common recommendation for managing GERD after meals?
- Lying down immediately
- Remaining upright (correct)
- Eating a large dessert
- Vigorous exercise
What should a person with GERD avoid doing immediately after eating?
What should a person with GERD avoid doing immediately after eating?
- Lying down (correct)
- Drinking water
- Taking a walk
- Sitting in a chair
Which lifestyle change can help manage GERD?
Which lifestyle change can help manage GERD?
- Wearing tight clothing
- Eating quickly
- Lying down after meals
- Staying upright after eating (correct)
What is the primary focus of managing GERD after meals?
What is the primary focus of managing GERD after meals?
How long should someone with GERD typically stay upright after eating?
How long should someone with GERD typically stay upright after eating?
Which activity is least likely to trigger GERD symptoms after a meal?
Which activity is least likely to trigger GERD symptoms after a meal?
What is the main reason for GERD management advice to stay upright?
What is the main reason for GERD management advice to stay upright?
If someone with GERD must lie down after eating, what is a helpful adjustment?
If someone with GERD must lie down after eating, what is a helpful adjustment?
What type of clothing is better to wear if you have GERD?
What type of clothing is better to wear if you have GERD?
What does GERD stand for?
What does GERD stand for?
Flashcards
GERD
GERD
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, a condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus.
Post-meal position
Post-meal position
Maintain an upright position during and immediately after meals to help prevent stomach acid from flowing back into the esophagus.
Lying down after eating
Lying down after eating
Avoid lying down immediately after eating; wait for a few hours to allow your stomach to digest the food.
Study Notes
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is the topic.
- Primary focus: lifestyle adjustments for managing GERD symptoms.
Posture and GERD
- Maintaining an upright posture during meals is recommended for GERD management. This aids gravity in keeping stomach contents down.
- Lying down immediately after eating is discouraged.
- Remaining upright after meals helps prevent stomach acid from flowing back into the esophagus.
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