A patient has had an acute MI. The nurse should include in the discharge instructions:
1. cautions about use of morphine.
2. detailed symptoms that indicate impending MI.
3. written instructions on diet and follow-up appointments.
4. high-energy exercise program directions.
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The patient needs written instructions for diet, follow-up appointments, and exercise proto-cols. Giving detailed information about symptoms is not necessary, other than to remind about reporting chest pain and shortness of breath. A high-energy exercise program is not appropriate. Morphine is not part of the home care of a post-MI.
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