A student nurse is taking an exam on the cardiovascular system and knows that which of the following symptoms would be the most concerning?

A client with heart failure has been ordered to reduce her sodium intake in order to better control her condition. Which best explains why reduction in sodium intake will affect symptoms of heart failure?

A nurse is caring for a client with left-sided heart failure. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect while assessing this client?

The nurse is caring for a client with worsening congestive heart failure. Which of the following are expected findings in a client with this condition? Select all that apply.

The nurse knows that the client is experiencing left-sided heart failure based on which of the following assessments? Select all that apply.

A 70-year-old client with heart failure is being treated in the hospital for complications of the disease. The nurse notes that the client has swelling in the lower extremities and assesses for pitting edema. In which location should the nurse most likely test for pitting edema?

The nurse is caring for a client who is suffering from heart failure. The client has been experiencing weight gain and peripheral edema. Which of the following interventions should the nurse employ?

The nurse is caring for a client with heart failure who is receiving home health care. Upon reviewing the client data over the last three days (shown in the graphic), what priority follow up question should the nurse ask?

The nurse is caring for a client who has +3 pitting edema in the legs and a potassium level of 2.3 mEq/L. The nurse expects which of the following diuretics to be ordered?

A nurse is caring for a client with heart failure. During the shift assessment the nurse notes that the client has pitting edema, shortness of breath, and which heart sound?