A nurse is caring for a client who is taking a diuretic. The nurse should instruct the client to…

➤ What food should a nurse recommend to increase potassium while a client takes a diuretic?
Bananas are a common recommendation because each contains about 400–450 mg of potassium. Other potassium-rich choices include baked potatoes, oranges, spinach, avocados, and beans. Suggest balanced portions and coordinate with the prescriber, since serum potassium monitoring guides any additional dietary or supplement changes.