A client with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF) is reviewing home medications with the nurse. The client states, “I take so many medications I don’t know which one I take for my CHF.” The nurse knows that which of the following medication is used to treat CHF?
A nurse is preparing to administer furosemide to a client who is in the hospital with heart failure. Which of the following should the nurse consider when administering this medication?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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 discussing dietary intake for a client with symptomatic heart failure. Which of the following foods should the nurse tell the client to avoid?
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 is admitted with congestive heart failure (CHF) exacerbation. The nurse notes that the client takes metformin and furosemide at home. Which of the following findings indicate the presence of a side effect associated with concurrent use of these two medications?
