The most appropriate food for the patient taking loop diuretics is
1. meat.
2. bananas.
3. cheese.
4. Yogurt.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Meat provides protein, but not much potassium.
Rationale 2: Bananas are great source of potassium. Other foods high in potassium are green leafy vegetables.
Rationale 3: Cheese is a good source of calcium.
Rationale 4: yogurt is a good source of calcium.
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