After Teaching a Client with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF),the Nurse

question 12

Multiple Choice

After teaching a client with congestive heart failure (CHF) ,the nurse assesses the client's understanding.Which client statements indicate a correct understanding of the teaching related to nutritional intake? (Select all that apply.)

• A) "I'll read the nutritional labels on food items for salt content."
• B) "I will drink at least 3 liters of water each day."
• C) "Using salt in moderation will reduce the workload of my heart."
• D) "I will eat oatmeal for breakfast instead of ham and eggs."
• E) "Substituting fresh vegetables for canned ones will lower my salt intake."

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