The nurse is caring for a client prescribed a low sodium diet. Which food, identified as a client favorite, will the nurse discourage?
A) A grilled chicken sandwich with mayonnaise
B) A natural fruit salad with nuts
C) A hot dog with catsup
D) A fresh grilled tuna entrée with fresh asparagus
C
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Foods high in sodium include processed meats, such as hot dogs and cold cuts; fast foods; frozen meals; cheeses; soups and juices; and salted snack foods to name a few.
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