A patient with hypertension is placed on a low-sodium diet. The nurse recognizes that further teaching is necessary if the patient chooses which menu?

a. Pork chop, steamed brown rice, and fruit cocktail
b. Broiled salmon, mashed sweet potato, broccoli, and pumpkin pie
c. Tomato soup, grilled cheese sandwich, salad, and chocolate chip cookie
d. Grilled chicken, boiled potatoes, frozen green beans, and gelatin dessert


ANS: C
C. Processed cheeses and canned soups are high in sodium. A. B. D. Poultry, fish, fruits, and fresh vegetables have small amounts of sodium.

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