Which Nursing Intervention Will Be Most Effective When Assisting the Patient

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which nursing intervention will be most effective when assisting the patient with coronary artery disease (CAD) to make appropriate dietary changes?

• A) Give the patient a list of low-sodium, low-cholesterol foods that should be included in the diet.
• B) Emphasize the increased risk for heart problems unless the patient makes the dietary changes.
• C) Help the patient modify favorite high-fat recipes by using monosaturated oils when possible.
• D) Inform the patient that a diet containing no saturated fat and minimal salt will be necessary.

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