A patient has hypertension and is on a very-low-sodium diet. However, the patient is going to celebrate an important religious holiday soon that includes many food items high in sodium. What action by the nurse is best?

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Food has important meaning to many people, especially when they are part of celebrations, religious, or cultural activities. The nurse should collaborate with the patient and dietitian and try to find ways to incorporate some of these items. The nurse should not just tell the patient she can't have them. Increasing the medications or encouraging the patient to be nonadherent could lead to adverse outcomes.

A Patient Has Hypertension and Is on a Very-Low-Sodium Diet