Emesis Nemesis
Posted by RMAP NurseQ. If a particular food I consume doesn’t settle well and I vomit it back up, what should I do?
A. If vomiting is a consistent pattern, please call our office at (801)-268-3800. If the vomiting is a one time episode, do as follows: Put your fork down, do not take another bite, and do not drink water for 30 minutes.
At that point, it is recommended to do a liquid diet for about 1-3 days, varying on the severity of the episode. Write the culprit food down in a journal and it is best to avoid that food for a couple of weeks. As you reintroduce yourself to a regular diet, remember to chew very thoroughly and make sure the prepared food is moist.
Most common food culprits? Eggs and chicken breast. When eating these particular choices, take extra care: check moisture and chew each pea-sized bite 10-15 times.
