After teaching a client with congestive heart failure (CHF),the nurse assesses the client's understanding.Which client statements indicate a correct understanding of the teaching related to nutritional intake? (Select all that apply.)

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Nutritional therapy for a client with CHF is focused on decreasing sodium and water retention to decrease the workload of the heart.The client should be taught to read nutritional labels on all food items,omit table salt and foods high in sodium (e.g.,ham and canned foods),and limit water intake to a normal 2 L/day.

After Teaching a Client with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF),the Nurse