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?
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?
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?
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 nurse is performing an assessment on a client with heart failure. The nurse checks the client’s peripheral pulses in the feet and documents the pulses as 1+. Which best describes this type of pulse?
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 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 worsening congestive heart failure. Which of the following are expected findings in a client with this condition? Select all that apply.
