A Client at Risk for Developing Hyperkalemia States,"I Love Fruit

question 9

Multiple Choice

A client at risk for developing hyperkalemia states,"I love fruit and usually eat it every day,but now I can't because of my high potassium level." How should the nurse respond?

• A) "Potatoes and avocados can be substituted for fruit."
• B) "If you cook the fruit, the amount of potassium will be lower."
• C) "Berries, cherries, apples, and peaches are low in potassium."
• D) "You are correct.Fruit is very high in potassium."

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