Which interventions would the nurse include in the plan of care for a client with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. A. Encourage client to follow the prescribed treatment regimen. B. Keep the head of the bed elevated to approximately 30 degrees. C. Avoid placing the client in the supine position for 2 to 3 hours after a meal. D. Instruct the client to eat six small meals a day with the last just before bedtime. E. Instruct the client to take a proton pump inhibitor before the first meal of the day.

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