Question 1
Which diet should the nurse anticipate being prescribed for a patient with an acute kidney injury?
◦ High fat, low protein
◦ High calorie, low carbohydrate
◦ High carbohydrate, low protein
◦ High protein, low sodium
Question 2
What would be the best nutritional goal for the patient with acute kidney injury?
◦ Weight will increase by 3 pounds in a month.
◦ Albumin level will rise from 2.6 g/dL.
◦ Patient eats over 50% of all meals.
◦ Total protein level will increase to 10 g/dL.