A client is asking about dietary modifications to counteract the long-term effects of prednisone. What is the most appropriate information for the nurse to give the client?

a. "Increase your intake of complex carbohydrates."
b. "Increase your intake of polyunsaturated fats."
c. "Increase your intake of calcium and vitamin D."
d. "Increase your intake of dietary sodium."


Ans: c. "Increase your intake of calcium and vitamin D."

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