CHF Treatment Nursing Mnemonic (UNLOAD FAST)
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Outline
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- U-sit Upright
- N-Nitro
- L-Lasix
- O-Oxygen
- A-Aminophylline
- D-Digoxin
- F-Fluids – decrease
- A-Afterload – decrease
- S-Sodium – decrease
- T-Tests: dig level, ABG, K+
Description
These treatments used in conjunction will help in reducing the symptoms and complications associated with CHF.
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