The nurse is assisting a client in choosing appropriate food choices for hypertension.
Which food items would be appropriate to select? Select all that apply.
The nurse is assisting a client in choosing appropriate food choices for hypertension.
Which food items would be appropriate to select? Select all that apply.
Statistics
Subject/Lesson
Subject
Nutrition
Lesson
Nutrition
Client Need
Test Plan
Basic Care and Comfort
Related Topic
Nutrition and Oral Hydration
Item Type
Item Type
Application
Explanation
Choice A is correct. Hypertension is best managed with a low sodium diet. Grilled chicken is a healthy, low sodium food.
Choice C is correct. Scrambled eggs are a low sodium food selection.
Choice E is correct. Boiled lentils are low in sodium and are a good choice for a client on a low sodium diet.
Choice B is incorrect. Bacon is very high in sodium and should be avoided in a low sodium diet.
Choice D is incorrect. Smoked salmon contains a high content of sodium and should be avoided.
Additional Info
Clients with hypertension should avoid foods that are high in sodium. A diet high in sodium increases fluid accumulation, raising the client's blood pressure. The client should be educated to avoid processed, cured, or canned foods. The client should use natural seasonings over table salt to flavor food.
