You are caring for a patient on a low-sodium diet. Which meal would be appropriate for your patient?
a. A grilled chicken sandwich, a small toss salad, and an apple
b. A hot dog on a bun with potato chips and a peach
c. A corned beef sandwich with french fries and a slice of pickle
d. A cup of canned vegetable soup and 6 saltine crackers
A
The best meal for the patient would be the grilled chicken sandwich, small tossed salad and an apple.
Items that should not be on a low-sodium diet include bacon, corned beef, ham, hot dogs, sausage,
canned soups and vegetables, pickles, saltine crackers, and snack foods such as potato chips.
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