A patient has been newly diagnosed with heart failure (HF) and has come to the meet with the nurse at the clinic for health education. What lifestyle recommendation should the nurse provide to this patient when discussing dietary modifications?
A) "It's in your best interests to avoid excessive fluids and sodium in your diet."
B) "Try to replace as many of the complex carbohydrates in your diet with simple sugars."
C) "I'll teach you some good sources of potassium, which you should try to eat regularly."
D) "Many people with HF find that small, frequent meals allow them to manage their diet effectively."
A
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