A client wants to know how to adequately prevent dehydration and hyponatremia when running long distances. Which response should the nurse make?

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This client can prepare for the long-distance race by routinely eating foods with a liberal amount of salt. The diet should include fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, and whole grains. People who drink to gain fluid weight during races have a higher risk of developing hyponatremia. Potassium rich foods ingestion can help prevent hypokalemia but will not help prevent dehydration and hyponatremia.

A Client Wants to Know How to Adequately Prevent Dehydration