As part of the treatment for heart failure, the child takes the diuretic furosemide (Lasix). As part of teaching home care, the nurse encourages the family to give the child foods such as bananas, oranges, and leafy vegetables
These foods are recommended because they are high in:
a. chlorides.
b. potassium.
c. sodium.
d. vitamins.
ANS: B
Diuretics that work on the proximal and distal renal tubules contribute to increased losses of potassium. The child's diet should be supplemented with this electrolyte. With this type of diuretic, potassium must be monitored and supplemented as needed.
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