The patient is receiving spironolactone (Aldactone). The nurse has completed dietary education and evaluates that the patient needs additional education when the patient makes which statement?
1. "I am really happy that I can have my cranberry juice."
2. "Thank goodness I can still have my orange juice and bananas for breakfast."
3. "I need an apple a day to stay regular; I'm glad I can still have this."
4. "I am German, so I could not give up my cabbage and mushrooms."
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Orange juice and bananas are high in potassium, and are contraindicated with a potassium-sparing diuretic. Cranberries are low in potassium and are not contraindicated with a potassium-sparing diuretic. Cabbage and mushrooms are low in potassium and are not contraindicated with a potassium-sparing diuretic. Apples are low in potassium and are not contraindicated with a potassium-sparing diuretic.
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