If a patient with congestive heart failure tells you that he or she is being careful to eat high-protein foods throughout the day, you would also want to encourage him or her to
a. include food sources of potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
b. ensure that his or her overall energy intake is adequate.
c. use oils rich in essential fatty acids.
d. increase the fluid intake to 3 L per day.
Answer: b. ensure that his or her overall energy intake is adequate.
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