Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
A nurse is providing dietary teaching for a client who takes furosemide. The nurse should recommend which of the following foods as the best source of potassium?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C, bananas. Furosemide is a loop diuretic that increases potassium excretion, leading to hypokalemia. Bananas are a rich source of potassium, helping to replenish the electrolyte lost. Cooked carrots (A) and cheddar cheese (D) are not as high in potassium as bananas. Milk (B) is a poor source of potassium compared to bananas. It is essential to choose foods high in potassium to counteract the risk of hypokalemia associated with furosemide.