The nurse is providing dietary instruction to a client diagnosed with Wilson's disease. Which of the following should be included in these instructions? (Select all that apply.)
1. Avoid liver.
2. Avoid shellfish.
3. Eat soy products.
4. Use avocados in salads.
5. Avoid nectarines.
6. Avoid mushrooms.
1, 2, 5, 6
Dietary instruction for a client diagnosed with Wilson's disease include reducing the intake of foods high in copper. This includes avoiding liver, shellfish, soy products, avocado, nectarines, and mushrooms.
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