Which nursing intervention should be included in the nursing plan of care for a patient with hepatic impairment and hypochloremia?
A) Administer ammonium chloride.
B) Discontinue a loop diuretic and change to another class of drug.
C) Infuse a hypotonic saline solution.
D) Encourage intake of low-chloride foods.

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Discontinuing a loop diuretic and changing to another class of drug can help manage hypochloremia, as loop diuretics can cause chloride loss.

Which Nursing Intervention Should Be Included in the Nursing Plan