The physician has instructed the client to decrease her sodium intake. The client is upset because she's afraid the food will not taste good if she does. Which of the following should the nurse suggest to this client?
A) Use garlic salt, onion salt, or celery salt.
B) Use smoked meat.
C) Use soy substitutes instead of meat.
D) Use herbs and spices to flavor the food.
D
Feedback:
Using herbs and spices to flavor food is an alternative to using salt. All flavored salt should be avoided. Smoked meat and soy substitutes can both contain hidden and/or extra salt.
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