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?
A nurse is caring for a post-operative client with a history of heart failure. The client’s weight has increased from the previous day, and the nurse notes distended neck veins. During assessment of the client, the client is severely short of breath and has crackles and wheezing on lung auscultation. Which of the following is a priority action for the nurse?
A student nurse is taking an exam on the cardiovascular system and knows that which of the following symptoms would be the most concerning?
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. The nurse knows that the client is experiencing right-sided heart failure based on which assessment?
A 66-year-old client has been in the hospital for care and management of heart failure. There are orders for discharge and the nurse is reviewing discharge instructions with the client. Which of the following information would be included as part of discharge information for this client?
A client with heart disease has developed pulmonary edema and is having difficulties breathing. The nurse notes that the client is breathing at a rate of 28/min and has an oxygen saturation of 90% on room air. Which best describes the first response of the nurse?
The nurse is caring for a client who was admitted with shortness of breath and has a new diagnosis of heart failure. Which of the following labs indicate that the client is suffering from severe heart failure?
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.
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?
