An Older Adult Client Expresses Concern About Getting Enough Potassium

question 8

Multiple Choice

An older adult client expresses concern about getting enough potassium in their daily diet. The client is healthy and not taking diuretics. Which recommended daily allowance for potassium does the nurse support according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) ?

• A)20 mg
• B)300 mg
• C)2,400 mg
• D)3,500 mg

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