A client has a history of type 2 diabetes and hypertension. His renal function has slowly been deteriorating. The nurse, when reviewing his diet with him, notices his sodium intake may be too high
The nurse reminds him to limit his sodium intake to how much daily? A) 1000 mg/day B) 1500 mg/day C) 2000 mg/day D) 2500 mg/day
B
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It is recommended that people with CKD, hypertension, or diabetes limit sodium intake to 1500 mg/day.
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