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"l know to call my doctor if I gain 3 pounds or more in 2 days."
Calling the doctor if gaining 3 pounds in 2 days — This is correct because sudden weight gain signals fluid retention and worsening heart failure.
Eating fewer potato chips and more fruit — This is correct because it demonstrates the client is avoiding high-sodium foods and making healthier choices.
Limiting sodium intake to 2 grams daily — This is correct because the recommended heart failure diet is a low-sodium diet, usually ≤2 g/day.
Decreasing intake of foods with potassium — This is incorrect because potassium is important when taking loop diuretics (like furosemide), which cause potassium loss; potassium intake should often be increased, not decreased.
Weighing twice a week — This is incorrect because clients should weigh themselves daily, not weekly, to detect rapid fluid changes.
This question is from ATI PN Fundamentals Online Practice 2023 A which contains 59 questions.
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