The nurse is instructing a client with chronic fatigue syndrome about what type of dietary sources are the best to eat to supply eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). What statement by the client demonstrates the instruction is understood?
A) "I will eat shrimp at least twice a week."
B) "I love crab cakes and will be sure to make them once a week."
C) "Fresh salmon is one of my favorites, and I will eat it twice a week."
D) "Lobster is expensive, but I will eat it once a week."
C
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Fish oils provide the only dietary source of EPA. Fatty fish, such as mackerel, sardines, herring, salmon, and tuna, are the best sources. Shell fish, such as shrimp, crab, and lobsters do not offer the dietary source of EPA that is required.
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