A patient who is recovering from acute kidney injury (AKI) is being discharged. What should the nurse include in this patient's instructions?
1. Avoid alcohol consumption.
2. Use over-the-counter medications as needed.
3. Instruct to weigh self at least once a month.
4. Resume a normal diet.
Correct Answer: 1
Because alcohol can increase the nephrotoxicity of some drugs, discourage alcohol ingestion. Additional teaching includes avoiding exposure to nephrotoxins, particularly those found in over-the-counter products, monitoring weight closely as a way to assess fluid status, and continuing dietary restrictions.
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