The nurse is teaching a client with CKD to understand the necessary diet changes. The nurse knows that the client understands the teaching when she states which of the following?
A) "I need to increase my protein intake."
B) "I need to restrict my protein intake."
C) "I need to restrict my sodium intake."
D) "I need to restrict my potassium intake."
B
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The optimal level of protein intake for people with CKD is not known; however, it is agreed that excessive protein intakes should be avoided to slow the progression of the disease and potential complications.
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