Spironolactone (Aldactone),an Aldosterone Antagonist,is Prescribed for a Patient

question 27

Multiple Choice

Spironolactone (Aldactone) ,an aldosterone antagonist,is prescribed for a patient. Which statement by the patient indicates that the teaching about this medication has been effective?

• A)"I will try to drink at least 8 glasses of water every day."
• B)"I will use a salt substitute to decrease my sodium intake."
• C)"I will increase my intake of potassium-containing foods."
• D)"I will drink apple juice instead of orange juice for breakfast."

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