A client who experienced hypokalcemia is being discharged. Which of the following foods contain the best choices for increasing the client's potassium?
1. Potatoes, tomatoes, artichokes, lima beans
2. Tomatoes, fresh mushrooms, onions, bread
3. Bananas, grapes, apple, chocolate chip cookies
4. Asparagus, cauliflower, lettuce, chocolate cake
Potatoes, tomatoes, artichokes, lima beans
Rationale: Potatoes, tomatoes, artichokes, and lima beans all contain high levels of potassium. Each of the other combinations contains some level of potassium, but potatoes, tomatoes, artichokes, and lima beans collectively contain the most potassium.
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