When teaching the patient with newly diagnosed heart failure about a 2000-mg sodium diet,the nurse explains that foods to be restricted include

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Milk and yogurt naturally contain a significant amount of sodium,and intake of these should be limited for patients on a diet that limits sodium to 2000 mg daily.Other milk products,such as processed cheeses,have very high levels of sodium and are not appropriate for a 2000-mg sodium diet.The other foods listed have minimal levels of sodium and can be eaten without restriction.

When Teaching the Patient with Newly Diagnosed Heart Failure About