A Patient on a Sodium-Controlled Diet Has Been Observed Ordering

A patient on a sodium-controlled diet has been observed ordering Chinese take-out only a few hours after his nutrition consult. The patient reports that "a little salt won't  hurt me." The dietitian ____. ​

A) decides that the patient needs a stricter sodium-controlled diet
B) concludes that providing a list of high sodium foods will help him
C) suggests that he also add an exercise plan and more fiber to his current diet
D) concludes that the patient is not ready to learn and implement the diet changes