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Certified Nursing Assistant Exam Prep

Category - Physical Care

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Mr. Gonzales was advised by his doctor to limit salt intake because of his hypertension. Which of the following dietary practices will help him reduce his sodium intake?

Increasing the use of dairy products
Using an artificial sweetener in coffee
Avoiding boxed and instant foods
Using catsup for cooking and flavoring foods

Explanation

Answer: C - A sodium-controlled diet is ordered by the physician for clients with heart diseases, fluid retention, liver diseases, and some kidney diseases. Foods that have high salt contents include frozen, instant, smoked, pickled, and boxed foods. Lunch meats, soy sauce, salad dressings, fast foods, soups and snacks such as potato chips and pretzels also contain large amounts of salt.

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