Nutritional Guidance for Heart Failure Patients

Hard Basic Care And Comfort Nutrition And Oral Hydration

A 75-year-old female patient with a history of heart failure is admitted to the hospital with exacerbation of her condition. The healthcare team is focused on optimizing her nutritional status and fluid balance to prevent further complications. As part of the care plan, the nurse needs to provide education regarding appropriate dietary choices and hydration strategies. Which of the following options should the nurse discuss with the patient to promote safe and effective nutritional care? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply:

Encourage the patient to increase salt intake to improve sodium levels.

Advise the patient to consume a diet high in potassium-rich foods.

Instruct the patient to monitor daily fluid intake and output.

Recommend small, frequent meals to enhance nutrient absorption.

Educate the patient on reading food labels to identify sodium content.

Suggest limiting fluid intake to prevent exacerbation of heart failure.

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