After teaching a client with hypertension secondary to renal disease, the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for additional teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
Rationale: A. The statement reflects accurate understanding. Adherence to prescribed antihypertensive therapy helps prevent further renal damage and cardiovascular complications. B. Uncontrolled hypertension accelerates kidney damage, so effective blood pressure control is a critical part of renal protection. C. The statemen demonstrates appropriate understanding. Clients with renal disease benefit from guidance on dietary protein restriction to reduce the buildup of nitrogenous waste products. D. The statement indicates a need for further teaching. Nocturia in renal disease is due to impaired kidney concentration ability, not excessive daytime fluid intake. Fluid restriction should only occur under provider direction, as limiting fluids inappropriately can lead to dehydration and worsen renal perfusion.