Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of hypertension and a prescription for a low-sodium diet. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Limiting processed meats aligns with a low-sodium diet, as they are high in sodium. Fresh vegetables are low-sodium and encouraged. Canned soups are high in sodium. Pretzels are often high-sodium, not ideal.