For a client with a history of recurrent UTIs who is prescribed an acid-ash diet, the nurse would advise the client to include
a. alcohol.
b. carbonated beverages.
c. coffee.
d. cranberry juice.
D
Acid-ash items include cranberry juice and vitamin C. The nurse should advise the client to avoid coffee and alcohol because these liquids may irritate the bladder lining.
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