A nurse is planning care for a client following gastric bypass surgery. The nurse should include which of the following dietary instructions when preparing the client for discharge?

A. Inform the client of available community resources is an important action because the client will likely need additional support, such as hospice care, counseling, or child care services. However, before providing resources, the nurse must assess the client’s understanding of their diagnosis to ensure any interventions are tailored to their current needs and readiness.

B. Assist the client in finding child care options - While important, addressing community resources takes precedence as it may encompass finding child care options as well.

C. Agree upon short-term goals for the client - Establishing goals is important but may come after addressing immediate needs.

D. Ask the client about their understanding of the diagnosis is the priority action. Before any other interventions, the nurse must assess the client’s knowledge and perception of their condition. This foundational step allows the nurse to provide appropriate education, clarify any misconceptions, and ensure that all care planning aligns with the client’s needs, values, and readiness to engage in discussions about their care.

A. Restricting dietary calcium intake is not typically recommended for preventing nephrolithiasis; in fact, adequate calcium intake may decrease the risk of kidney stone formation.

B. Limiting fluid intake is not recommended for individuals with nephrolithiasis; adequate fluid intake helps prevent kidney stone formation.

C. Complex carbohydrates do not significantly impact the risk of nephrolithiasis; dietary changes should focus on other factors such as oxalate intake.

D. Foods high in oxalates, such as spinach, beets, nuts, and chocolate, can contribute to the formation of kidney stones in susceptible individuals, so it's important to avoid them.