RN HESI NUTRITION
RN HESI NUTRITION ( 49 Questions)
The nurse is caring for a client admitted with chronic kidney disease advancing to stage 4. The nurse should instruct the client to limit the ingestion of which type of foods?
Apples and blueberries are incorrect. While apples and blueberries are sources of nutrients, they are not as high in potassium as avocados and bananas.
Avocados and bananas are correct. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) often requires dietary modifications to manage electrolyte and mineral imbalances. In CKD stage 4, the kidneys' ability to filter waste and excess substances from the blood is significantly impaired. Therefore, certain foods that are high in potassium should be limited to prevent hyperkalaemia (elevated blood potassium levels).
Cherries and cranberries are incorrect. Cherries and cranberries are also sources of nutrients, but their potassium content is not as high as that of avocados and bananas.
Carrots and green beans are incorrect. Carrots and green beans are vegetables that are generally lower in potassium compared to fruits like avocados and bananas.
Choice A
Apples and blueberries are incorrect. While apples and blueberries are sources of nutrients, they are not as high in potassium as avocados and bananas.
Choice B
Avocados and bananas are correct. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) often requires dietary modifications to manage electrolyte and mineral imbalances. In CKD stage 4, the kidney's ability to filter waste and excess substances from the blood is significantly impaired. Therefore, certain foods that are high in potassium should be limited to prevent hyperkalaemia (elevated blood potassium levels).
Choice C
Cherries and cranberries are incorrect. Cherries and cranberries are also sources of nutrients, but their potassium content is not as high as that of avocados and bananas.
Choice D
Carrots and green beans are incorrect. Carrots and green beans are vegetables that are generally lower in potassium compared to fruits like avocados and bananas.
