A child in renal failure has hyperkalemia. The nurse plans to instruct the child and her parents to avoid which foods?
A)Carrots and green, leafy vegetables
B)Spaghetti and meat sauce with breadsticks
C)Hamburger on a bun and cherry gelatin
D)Chips, cold cuts, and canned foods

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Carrots and green, leafy vegetables are high in potassium, which should be avoided in hyperkalemia.

A Child in Renal Failure Has Hyperkalemia