The nurse is working with a client who needs to lower his sodium ...

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The nurse is working with a client who needs to lower his sodium intake, but he doesn't like to cook so he eats out a lot. He has been trying to order wisely; however, the nurse notes he should change which of the following habits?
 
  A) Requesting no added salt C) Choosing fresh fruit for dessert
  B) Choosing grilled versus fried D) Enjoying soup for an appetizer

Question 2

The body needs an adequate supply of energy to prevent its protein being burned for energy. To prevent the burning of protein, termed protein sparing, what does the body need an adequate supply of?
 
  A) Glucose B) Fat C) Carbohydrate D) Carbohydrate and fat

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Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
Most soups are high in hidden sodium. Fruit juice would be a better appetizer for this client.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
An adequate supply of energy from carbohydrate and fat is needed to spare protein from being burned for calories. The intake of glucose, fat, or carbohydrate alone does not prevent protein sparing.