The nurse is preparing to discharge a patient who has been placed on a loop diuretic for the ...

Correct Answer: 1,3,4
Rationale 1: Bananas are a potassium-rich food. Patients on loop diuretics should eat foods rich in potassium.
Rationale 2: Red meats are high in iron and would not be a good source of potassium for this patient.
Rationale 3: Citrus fruits are a good source of potassium. Patients on loop diuretics should eat foods rich in potassium.
Rationale 4: Dried dates are a good source of potassium. Patients on loop diuretics should eat foods rich in potassium.
Rationale 5: Green, leafy vegetables are a good source of iron but not of potassium. Patients on loop diuretics should eat foods rich in potassium.