The nurse is preparing to discharge a client who is prescribed a loop diuretic for the treatment of congestive heart failure
Which foods should the nurse encourage the client to consume to prevent serious adverse effects associated with the medication?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Bananas
2. Red meat
3. Oranges
4. Dried dates
5. Green leafy vegetables
Correct Answer: 1,3,4
Rationale 1: Bananas are a potassium-rich food. Clients on loop diuretics should eat foods rich in potassium.
Rationale 2: Red meats are high in iron and would not be a good source of potassium for this client.
Rationale 3: Citrus fruits are a good source of potassium. Clients on loop diuretics should eat foods rich in potassium.
Rationale 4: Dried dates are a good source of potassium. Clients on loop diuretics should eat foods rich in potassium.
Rationale 5: Green leafy vegetables are a good source of iron but not of potassium. Clients on loop diuretics should eat foods rich in potassium.
Global Rationale: Bananas, citrus foods, and dried dates are potassium-rich foods. Clients on loop diuretics should eat foods rich in potassium. Red meats and green leafy vegetables are high in iron and would not be a good source of potassium for this client.
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