Spironolactone (Aldactone), an aldosterone antagonist, is prescribed for a patient as a diuretic. Which statement by the patient indicates that the teaching about this medication has been effective?

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Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic. Patients should be taught to choose low-potassium foods such as apple juice rather than foods that have higher levels of potassium, such as citrus fruits. Cheese is high in sodium; the fat content of the cheese is not relevant. Because the patient is using spironolactone as a diuretic, the nurse would not encourage the patient to increase fluid intake. Patients are taught to avoid salt substitutes, which are high in potassium.

Spironolactone (Aldactone), an Aldosterone Antagonist, Is Prescribed for a Patient