Which dietary alterations does the nurse make for a client with Cushing's disease?

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The client with Cushing's disease has weight gain,muscle loss,hyperglycemia,and sodium retention.Dietary modifications need to include reduction of total calories and carbohydrates to prevent or reduce the degree of hyperglycemia.Sodium retention causes water retention and hypertension.Clients are encouraged to restrict their sodium intake moderately.Clients often have bone density loss and need more calcium.

Which Dietary Alterations Does the Nurse Make for a Client