A client is prescribed metolazone. As part of the client's teaching plan, the nurse instructs the client to increase his consumption of potassium-rich foods
The nurse determines that the teaching was successful when the client identifies which of the following as a good choice? Select all that apply.
A) Bananas
B) Shrimp
C) Asparagus
D) Salmon
E) Peanuts
Ans: A, C, D, E
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The top 10 foods with the highest amount of potassium per serving include white beans, dark leafy greens, baked potatoes with skin on, dried apricots, acorn squash, plain low-fat yogurt, salmon, avocado, mushrooms, and bananas. Fruits high in potassium include apricots, prunes, dried currants/raisins, dates, figs, dried coconut, avocado, bananas, oranges, nectarines, and peaches. Vegetables high in potassium include sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, Swiss chard, mushrooms, sweet potato, kale, brussels sprouts, zucchini, green beans, and asparagus. Other sources include chocolate, molasses, nuts, and nut butters.
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