The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy. Which of the following will be indicated in the management of this patient?
1. restrict exercise
2. plan for surgery to remove part of the ventricular septum
3. administer calcium channel blockers
4. plan for an implantable cardioversion defibrillator
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Rationale: The management of a patient diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy includes management of the heart failure and use of an implantable cardioversion defibrillator as needed. Additional management includes a heart transplant if indicated. Surgery to remove a part of the ventricular septum and administration of calcium channel blockers is indicated in the care of the patient with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Exercise restriction is indicated in the management of the patient with restrictive cardiomyopathy.
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