The nurse is teaching a client who has been placed on a loop diuretic and requires a potassium supplement.What should the nurse include in the teaching session?

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Loop diuretics can cause potassium loss, so potassium supplements are often prescribed. Taking potassium supplements with food can help reduce gastrointestinal irritation and improve absorption.

The Nurse Is Teaching a Client Who Has Been Placed