Question

45 of 50 the nurse is providing dietary instructions to a client with renal calculi and the laboratory analysis has revealed that the calculus is composed of uric acid. the nurse tells the client that it would be helpful to make which dietary changes? rationale, strategy, reference, tip answer options 1 increase intake of seafood in the diet 2 increase intake of legumes in the diet 3 include organ - meat - type foods in the diet 4 increase intake of cranberries and citrus fruits

Explanation:

Uric - acid - based renal calculi are affected by diet. Seafood, legumes, and organ - meat are high in purines which can increase uric acid levels. Cranberries and citrus fruits can help acidify the urine and may be beneficial for managing uric - acid calculi.

Answer:

1. Increase intake of cranberries and citrus fruits.