The nurse is caring for a client with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF). While reviewing his medications with the nurse, the client asks for help identifying which medication is for CHF. The nurse knows that which of the following medication is used to treat this condition?
A client with heart failure has a new prescription for furosemide. Which information would the nurse include as part of teaching this client about this medication? Select all that apply.
A client in heart failure is receiving care at the hospital. The client normally takes furosemide to help with fluid management, but most likely will need more medicine to control other symptoms. To avoid complications, the nurse should look out for which medication is contraindicated in clients with heart failure?
The nurse is caring for a client who is in heart failure and is taking digitalis. The nurse understands that this medication has which of the following effects on the heart?
The nurse is caring for a client with a cardiac diet ordered. This client should choose foods that are low in which of the following? Select all that apply.
A nurse is caring for a client with heart failure who has been ordered to receive a dose of furosemide. The nurse notes that the dosage ordered seems to be too much, and the nurse has never administered such a high dose before. Which action of the nurse best indicates acting as this client’s advocate?
A client with acute decompensated heart failure has been prescribed intravenous diuretic medications to control fluid and congestion. Which nursing intervention would the nurse need to perform in order to best monitor fluid and electrolyte balance in this client?
A client with heart failure is being sent home from the hospital with a new prescription for a diuretic. The nurse is educating the client about medication use at home. The nurse should include instructions to call the healthcare provider if the client develops which of the following conditions?
A client who is in the cardiac unit and who suffers from heart failure has been given a dose of enalapril IV. What effect should most likely occur after the administration of this drug?
A nurse is discussing dietary intake for a client with symptomatic heart failure. Which of the following foods should the nurse tell the client to avoid?
