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A patient with acute kidney injury has been instructed to limit potassium intake. The nurse recognizes while reinforcing teaching that the teaching has been effective if the patient chooses which of the following snacks? Select all that apply

A.

cranberry juice

B.

chocolate bar

C.

jello (a gelatin dessert)

D.

an orange

E.

grapefruit juice

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,C

A.    Cranberry juice is typically low in potassium and would be suitable for a patient instructed to limit potassium intake.
B.    Chocolate is generally high in potassium and would not be a suitable snack for a patient limiting potassium intake.
C.    Jello is typically low in potassium and can be a suitable snack for a patient limiting potassium intake.
D.    Oranges are high in potassium and would not be suitable for a patient instructed to limit potassium intake.
E.    Grapefruit juice is high in potassium and would not be suitable for a patient limiting potassium intake.


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Showering is not typically restricted after a splenectomy. Good hygiene practices, including regular showering, are important for preventing infection.
B. Patients who have undergone a splenectomy are at increased risk of infections, particularly from encapsulated bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae. Yearly flu vaccination helps reduce the risk of influenza-related complications.
C. Long-term antibiotic prophylaxis is not routinely recommended for all patients after splenectomy. Antibiotics may be prescribed in certain situations, such as for postsplenectomy sepsis prevention, but lifelong use is not standard practice.
D. Sleeping position is not directly related to infection prevention after splenectomy.

General infection prevention measures, such as vaccination and avoiding exposure to sick individuals, are more important.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. While anemia may weaken the immune system, it is not directly associated with an increased risk of urinary tract infections.
B. Osteoporosis is a bone-related condition and is not directly related to the risk of urinary tract infections.

C. Diabetes mellitus increases the risk of urinary tract infections due to elevated glucose levels in the urine, which provide a favorable environment for bacterial growth.
D. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is not directly associated with an increased risk of urinary tract infections.

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