When teaching a patient with a calcium-oxalate stone, which statement is accurate regarding calcium intake?
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Correct answer: Maintain a normal calcium intake
Adequate dietary calcium reduces oxalate absorption; guidelines recommend ~1000-1200 mg/day while lowering sodium and oxalate for prevention.
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