ATI Nutrition

A nurse is teaching a client who has heart failure about reducing dietary sodium intake. The nurse should instruct the client that which of the following foods contain less than 300 mg of sodium per serving? (Select all that apply.) One (1) ounce part-skim mozzarella cheese One (1) medium beef hot dog Three (3) ounces Atlantic salmon Three (3) ounces roasted chicken breast Two (2) ounces smoked honey ham Correct Answers: A. One (1) ounce part-skim mozzarella cheese C. Three (3) ounces Atlantic salmon D. Three (3) ounces roasted chicken breast The nurse should instruct the client that 1 oz of part-skim mozzarella cheese contains 175 mg sodium. Three ounces of Atlantic salmon contains 37 mg sodium. Three ounces roasted chicken breast contains 146 mg sodium. Incorrect Answers: B. A medium beef hot dog contains 510 mg sodium. The nurse should instruct the client who has heart failure to avoid foods that contain high amounts of sodium, such as processed foods, to reduce the risk for fluid retention. E. Two ounces smoked honey ham contains 510 mg sodium. The nurse should instruct the client who has heart failure to avoid foods that contain high amounts of sodium, such as processed foods, to reduce the risk for fluid retention. Vital Concept: The nurse should instruct a client who has heart failure to restrict dietary sodium to 2,000 mg per day to reduce fluid retention, peripheral edema, and pulmonary congestion. The nurse should advise the client to avoid high-sodium foods, such as chips, seasoning packets, canned and dried soups, prepared sauces, smoked meats and fish, pickled foods, and processed foods. The following chart provides tips for reducing sodium intake when cooking at home or when eating out. Avoid ordering soup. Request unsalted foods. Avoid adding salt when cooking. Cook most meals at home. Avoid premade frozen or instant foods. Check labels for sodium content. Rinse canned vegetables before cooking. Use herbs and spices to season foods. Choose products with reduced or no added salt. Order foods that are roasted, grilled, or baked. Ask that sauces are removed or placed on the side of the meal. Avoid fast-food restaurants. Order sandwiches without condiments or sauces. Ask for fruit for dessert.