The nurse is planning care for a client diagnosed with cardiogenic shock. Which nursing intervention is most helpful to decrease myocardial oxygen consumption?
A) Limit interaction with visitors.
B) Avoid heavy meals.
C) Maintain activity restriction to bedrest.
D) Arrange personal care supplies nearby.
C
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Restricting activity to bedrest provides the best example of decreasing myocardial oxygen consumption. Inactivity reduces the heart rate and allows the heart to fill with more blood between contractions. The other options may be helpful, but the best option is limiting activity.
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