The nurse is helping the patient in end stage renal disease build a diet plan. The dietician has been called but will not be able to see the patient for 2 more days. What electrolytes are the most important to limit in a renal diet?

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The electrolytes that are important to limit in a renal diet are sodium, potassium and phosphorus. Calcium should be added, not subtracted from a renal diet. Renal diets are very complicated and it is advised to obtain the assistance of a dietician for help.

The Nurse Is Helping the Patient in End Stage Renal