Test: NCLEX

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Nurse is discussing with a 56-year-old male client causative factors that have lead to his development of peptic ulcer disease. The nurse realizes that there is need for further teaching when the patient makes which of the incorrect statements?

"I am aware that I should in engage in relaxation techniques to minimize stress, to help reduce the amount of acid my stomach produces. "

"I will avoid certain medications such as aspirin, NSAIDs, and corticosteroids - they are capable of disrupting the stomach lining."

"I will quit smoking, as I understand nicotine contributes to the development of gastric ulcers."

"I will eat several small bland meals daily, and avoid irritating foods such as raw fruits, and vegetables."

"I will take my prescribed triple therapy with antibiotics and proton pump inhibitor to eliminate the the H. pylori infection for two months as instructed by my physician." 

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