Which of the following diets would be appropriate?

A client’s renal calculi are identified as consisting of calcium phosphate.

Which of the following diets would be appropriate?
A . High calcium, low phosphorus
B . Low calcium, high phosphorus
C . Two-gram sodium diet
D . Low calcium and phosphorus, acid ash

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Answer: D

Explanation:

(A) The stones consist of calcium and phosphorus; therefore, these minerals should be avoided. A high-calcium diet is contraindicated.

(B) A high-phosphorus diet is contraindicated.

(C) A 2-g sodium diet is a cardiac diet.

(D) A low-calcium and phosphorus diet will reduce further calculi formation.