A patient is experiencing cardiogenic shock secondary to hypervolemia. The nurse should expect which of the following treatments to be ordered?
A) Albumin IV
B) Cardioversion
C) Diuretics
D) Elevation of the feet
Ans: C
Feedback: Diuretics, vasodilators, and mechanical devices can be used if hypervolemia is the cause of cardiogenic shock. Albumin is used when the patient is experiencing hypovolemia. Cardioversion for dysrhythmia and elevation of the feet increase cardiac workload in hypervolemia.
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