Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
A client with heart failure (HF) develops hyperaldosteronism and spironolactone is prescribed. Which instruction should the nurse include in this client's plan of care?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Spironolactone, a potassium-sparing diuretic, risks hyperkalemia (matches 55-Q7/17). Limiting high-potassium foods (C) prevents this. Sun protection (A) and bruising (B) are unrelated. Salt substitutes (D) contain potassium, worsening hyperkalemia.