The nurse provides dietary teaching for a client diagnosed with end-stage renal failure, and confirms that the information was understood when the client chooses a diet:

1. Low in fat and calories and high in protein.
2. Low in sodium and protein with increased calories.
3. With reduced calories, low in fat and protein.
4. High in iron, low-calorie, and high-fat.


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Rationale: Generally the diet for the client with end-stage renal failure is low in protein and sodium and high in calories, and vitamin supplements are administered.

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