Table 1 Comparison of the topics and methodology between G group and I group

Topic

Clinical symptoms

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Function of the kidney

Interpretation of the laboratory data (blood, urine)

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Explanation of the prescribed medicine

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Food and/or drink that was suitable or not for intake

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Life style modifications, such as salt restriction or low-protein diet

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Measurement of blood pressure and body weight

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Methodology

Number of participating patients

2 ~ 4

1

Number of sessions

1

Several times (Total content was divided by several times)

Information flow

Multi-directional among nurse and patients

One way from nurse to a patient

Discussion among patients

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None

Checklist to roughly estimate the salt intake

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Not determined

Photos or nutritional ingredient tables on food products or seasoning agents

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Not determined

Visual emphasis by using a projector device and a big screen

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None