The Nurse Is Instructing a Client Diagnosed with Heart Failure

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is instructing a client diagnosed with heart failure about a prescribed sodium-restricted diet. Which client statement indicates that additional teaching is required?

• A)"I can use as much salt substitute as I want."
• B)"I have to read the labels on foods to find out the sodium content."
• C)"I have to limit the intake of food with baking soda or baking powder."
• D)"I can use spices and lemon juice to add flavor to food when cooking."

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