Question

The nurse is completing discharge instructions for a client admitted with esophagitis. Which client statements indicate the need for further education?

1) "I'm going to talk to my doctor about a nicotine patch."
2) "I can do all of this stuff you're talking about as long as I don't have to give up my beer."
3) "I have been eating foods and drinks that were either too hot or too cold for my esophagus to handle."
4) "The root of this problem is that I just sleep too much."
5) "I told my wife to stop making serving me all of those vegetables."

Answer 1

The need for further education is indicated in statements 1 and 2, where the client mentions smoking and drinking alcohol, which can exacerbate esophagitis.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should provide further education to the client in statements 1) and 2). In statement 1), the client mentions talking to the doctor about a nicotine patch, indicating that they may still be smoking. Smoking can exacerbate esophagitis and hinder recovery. In statement 2), the client expresses a desire to continue drinking beer, which can aggravate esophagitis due to its carbonation and alcohol content. The nurse should educate the client about the importance of quitting smoking and avoiding alcohol to promote healing and prevent further complications.