Asked by Renee O'Hanlon on May 17, 2024
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A patient has heart failure.The patient's medications include an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor,a beta blocker,and a diuretic.To keep the patient safe,the nurse should:
A) weigh the patient daily using different scales for comparison.
B) monitor daily weight, comparing with the previous day's weight.
C) teach that daily weights are done in hospitals, but not at home.
D) weigh the patient at different times of the day to determine trends.
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme
An enzyme that plays a key role in the body's regulation of blood pressure by converting angiotensin I to angiotensin II.
Beta Blocker
A class of medications that reduce blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline, thus slowing the heart rate.
Daily Weight
The practice of weighing oneself regularly, often daily, to monitor changes in body weight.
- Employ fluid balance theories in the treatment of individuals with distinct healthcare needs.
- Implement fluid balance concepts in the dietary and medication regimes for individuals with particular health conditions.
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Learning Objectives
- Employ fluid balance theories in the treatment of individuals with distinct healthcare needs.
- Implement fluid balance concepts in the dietary and medication regimes for individuals with particular health conditions.
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