In teaching a patient how to decrease the chance of further problems with urolithiasis, barring any other contraindication, the nurse would encourage him to
a. increase his fluid intake.
b. avoid contact sports.
c. restrict his protein intake.
d. take one baby aspirin daily.
A
Fluid intake should be encouraged to at least 2,000 mL of fluid in 24 hours, unless contraindicated.
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