A Patient Is Discouraged by the Dietary Restrictions for Her

question 34

Multiple Choice

A patient is discouraged by the dietary restrictions for her low-sodium diet. The most appropriate response from the nurse is to _____.​

• A) emphasize foods the patient can eat​
• B) ​agree that the diet is unpalatable
• C) ​allow the family to bring food to the patient
• D) ​explain why the diet is necessary
• E) ​tell the patient the she will contact the dietitian

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