NCLEX-PN Practice Q 50



A client with oxalate renal calculi should be taught to avoid eating:
  
     A. Grapefruit
     B. Milk
     C. Rhubarb
     D. Oranges
    
    

Correct Answer: C. Rhubarb

Option C: The client with oxalate renal calculi should avoid sources of oxalate, which include rhubarb, spinach, rice bran, almonds, and miso soup.

Options A, and D: Grapefruit and orange are naturally good sources of vitamin C which can help decrease the formation of stones.
Option B: Milk a source of calcium. A low calcium diet can increase oxalate levels.