The nurse educates a patient who is prescribed furosemide (Lasix) for congestive heart failure on foods rich in potassium. Which patient menu choices indicate to the nurse a correct understanding of the information presented? Select all that apply.

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Spinach, sweet potatoes, and low-fat milk are all rich in potassium, which is important for patients taking furosemide, a diuretic that can cause potassium loss.

The Nurse Educates a Patient Who Is Prescribed Furosemide (Lasix)