After an acute phase of congestive heart failure, the patient asks the nurse about his diet regimen. The nurse responds correctly by saying that the patient should refrain from foods that are high in:

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The nurse should respond correctly that the patient should avoid foods that are high in sodium. This type of diet reduces the possibility of water retention, thus reduces the cardiac workload.

After an Acute Phase of Congestive Heart Failure, the Patient