A nurse teaches a client that most functions of minerals in the body are specific to regulatory and metabolic processes. Which statement by the client indicates teaching has been successful?
A) "A change in my sodium is not a critical problem. I should just drink some Gatorade."
B) "Potassium and phosphorus are significant in maintaining my acid-base balance."
C) "Alterations in mineral balance are not life threatening."
D) "When calcium and phosphorus combine, they may soften my teeth."
B) "Potassium and phosphorus are significant in maintaining my acid-base balance."
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