A Patient Who Takes Spironolactone for Heart Failure Has Begun

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient who takes spironolactone for heart failure has begun taking digoxin (Lanoxin) for atrial fibrillation.The primary care NP provides teaching for this patient and asks the patient to repeat back what has been learned.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?

• A) "I should avoid high-sodium foods."
• B) "I should eat foods high in potassium."
• C) "I need to take a calcium supplement every day."
• D) "I should use a salt substitute while taking these medications."

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