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The nurse is educating a patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) about dietary modifications. Which foods should the patient avoid? (Select all that apply.)

A.

White Rice

B.

Baked Salmon

C.

Spinach

D.

Apples

E.

Bananas

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,C,E

A. White Rice: Low in potassium and phosphorus, making it a safe choice.

B. Baked Salmon: High in phosphorus, which should be limited in CKD.

C. Spinach: High in oxalates, which can contribute to kidney stones.

D. Apples: Low in potassium and safe for CKD patients.

E. Bananas: High in potassium, which can cause dangerous levels in CKD.


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Explanation

Diabetes Insipidus:

  • Polyuria: ADH deficiency/resistance causes excessive urine output.
  • Hypernatremia: Excessive water loss leads to high serum sodium levels.
  • Dilute Urine: The kidneys cannot concentrate urine without ADH.

SIADH:

  • Decreased Urine Output: Excess ADH leads to water retention and decreased urination.
  • Hyponatremia: Water retention dilutes sodium levels.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

(A) Lethargy: More common in hypercalcemia.

(B) Hypertension: Hypocalcemia is more likely to cause hypotension due to reduced contractility.

(C) Bone Pain: More common in hypercalcemia due to bone resorption.

(D) Positive Chvostek’s Sign: Facial twitching when tapping the facial nerve is a classic sign of hypocalcemia.

(E) Constipation: Hypocalcemia is associated with diarrhea, not constipation.

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