The client's CKD has progressed to the point where the physician ...

[burton19126]

The client's CKD has progressed to the point where the physician has ordered her to limit her potassium intake. When discussing this change with the nurse, she wonders what fruit she can now safely eat.
 
  The nurse recommends which of the following fruits? Select all that apply. A) Apricots D) Plums
  B) Oranges E) Cranberries
  C) Kiwi F) Pineapple

Question 2

A client asks the nurse if it is true that vitamin C supplements prevent or cure the common cold. The nurse replies that:
 
  1. It has been studied but there is no scientific proof that it is useful..
   2. If you take 1 gram a day it will help prevent colds but it will not cure them..
   3. Vitamin C supplements work best for children who get frequent colds..
   4. Vitamin supplements are expensive and not necessary for most people..

[pallen55]

Answer to Question 1

D, E, F
Feedback:
There are various fruits that are low in potassium and safe to eat. They include the pineapple, cranberries, and plums. Kiwi, oranges, and apricots contain potassium and should be avoided.

Answer to Question 2

1
Rationale: The practice of taking vitamin C supplements to prevent or cure the common cold has been around for years. Scientific studies have been done and are ongoing, but there is no definitive evidence of its benefit. Since there is no evidence, the nurse should not recommend it to clients, children, or adults. Some vitamin supplements are expensive, but the client was not asking about cost.

[burton19126]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

[pallen55]

Great! Please up vote