A food that is restricted in patients who are receiving hemodialysis because it is high in phosphorus is
a. banana.
b. potato.
c. egg.
d. milk.
D
Milk is restricted in patients who are receiving hemodialysis because it is high in phosphorus. Bananas and potatoes are high in potassium, not phosphorus. Eggs are not high in phosphorus and provide a good source of high-quality protein.
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