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Answer:
Option A, sodium
Explanation:
In the treatment of cardiovascular disease -- any of the myriad conditions affecting the heart and vasculature -- the healthcare team will likely encourage the patient to carefully monitor their blood pressure. Doing so will require patient education regarding lifestyle choices including dietary limitations and the reasons why.
Specifically, a nurse will likely recommend limited intake of sodium. Increased sodium intake from foods of course leads to increases levels of the electrolyte in the blood. In response to increased sodium levels in the blood, the body will recruit more water in an attempt to restore homeostatic balance. This increases the blood volume, the amount of fluid and blood products circulating within the blood vessels. The diameter of the blood vessels, however, does not exponentially increase in size so the heart must exert more force than normal to accommodate the higher volume. This increase in force correlates to an increase in blood pressure.
The increase in blood pressure over time can cause an overgrowth of the cardiac muscle and a buildup of fluid within the chambers of the heart, which then manifest as other signs and symptoms of conditions, such as heart failure, peripheral edema, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and more pathologies that are no bueno (not good).
In order to avoid these these complications of cardiovascular disease altogether, the nurse should recommend the patient limit their sodium intake, option A.
The nurse should recommend limiting sodium intake in the nutrition plan for a client with cardiovascular disease to help manage blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart-related events. the correct answer is option A. Sodium
For a client with cardiovascular disease, a nutrition plan should especially focus on limiting sodium intake. High sodium consumption is associated with high blood pressure, which is a risk factor for cardiovascular events. Dietary guidelines suggest that people should limit their sodium, saturated fats, added sugars, and refined grains to maintain good heart health. Instead, a heart-healthy diet is rich in dietary fiber, lean proteins, and carbohydrates from whole grains. Foods high in omega-3 fatty acids, like fish, and those that are nutrient-dense like fruits, vegetables, and legumes should be emphasized.
Choosing foods that are low in sodium and avoiding those that are processed or high in saturated fat can reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, where the arteries narrow and harden due to plaque buildup. Including plenty of fiber in the diet can help slow down cholesterol absorption, aiding in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. the correct answer is option A. Sodium
