Tag: Client education

According to the World Health Organization, the global mean intake of sodium is nearly double the recommended amount. After a nurse has taught a client about a 2-gram sodium diet, the journey to better health is just beginning. Effective follow-up care and strategic reinforcement are essential for a client's long-term success.

According to the American Heart Association, increasing potassium intake can help manage high blood pressure by mitigating the effects of sodium. When advising a client to boost their potassium levels, it's crucial to follow a structured and safe approach that emphasizes dietary changes over supplements whenever possible. This guide provides comprehensive instructions for healthcare professionals and clients on how to do so effectively.

A single medium-baked potato with the skin on contains more than 900 milligrams of potassium, making it one of the most potent dietary sources of this essential mineral. This significantly higher concentration of potassium is why practical nurses prioritize it over options like corn, popcorn, or grape juice when advising clients on how to boost their intake.