A Patient with a History of Stomach Ulcers Is Diagnosed

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient with a history of stomach ulcers is diagnosed with hypophosphatemia. Which intervention should the nurse include in this patient's plan of care?

• A) Request a dietitian consult to select foods high in phosphorous.
• B) Provide aluminum hydroxide antacids as prescribed.
• C) Instruct the patient to avoid poultry, peanuts, and seeds.
• D) Instruct the patient to avoid the intake of sodium phosphate.

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