The nurse is caring for a patient starting diuretic therapy and is placed on strict intake and output measurements. In counseling this patient to maintain at least 1,500 mL intake per day, which beverages should the nurse instruct the patient to avoid?

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Coffee, beer, and most soda pop are diuretics and can increase urine output, leading to dehydration. It is important for the patient to avoid these beverages to prevent excessive fluid loss.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Starting Diuretic Therapy