A client is prescribed a loop diuretic. Which nutrient should the nurse instruct the client to increase in the diet?
a. Iron
b. Potassium
c. Vitamin A
d. Vitamin B12
b. Potassium
Clients taking loop diuretics are at risk for urinary loss of potassium, calcium, magnesium, and thiamine, and should be encouraged to add foods that are good sources for these nutrients into their diet. Vitamins A and B12 and iron are important nutrients but are not affected by loop diuretics.
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