A 54-year-old client is admitted to the hospital with a possible gastric ulcer. He is a heavy smoker.
When discussing his smoking habits with him, the nurse should advise him to:
A . Smoke low-tar, filtered cigarettes
B . Smoke cigars instead
C . Smoke only right after meals
D . Chew gum instead
Answer: C
Explanation:
(A, B, D) Cigarettes, cigars, and chewing gum would stimulate gastric acid secretion.
(C) Smoking on a full stomach minimizes effect of nicotine on gastric acid.