The client is status post a recent kidney transplant and is progressing well with healing, kidney function, and diet. During a follow-up visit, the nurse lets him know that he can increase his potassium intake to which of the following?
A) 2 to 3 g/day B) 3 to 4 g/day C) 4 to 5 g/day D) Unrestricted
D
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Clients on hemodialysis are restricted to 2 to 3 g/day of potassium to avoid potential complications; however, after transplant and the kidney starts to function well, the potassium intake is unrestricted but remains monitored.
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