Which drug classes are considered first-line treatment for heart failure? (Select all that apply.)
a. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
b. Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)
c. Digoxin (cardiac glycoside)
d. Beta blockers
e. Nesiritide (Natrecor), the B-type natriuretic peptide
ANS: A, B, D
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A RN overhears a LPN talking with a client who is being prepared for a total colectomy with the creation of an ileoanal reservoir for ulcerative colitis. To decrease the client's anxiety, the RN should intervene to clarify the information given by the LPN when the LPN is heard saying:
A. this surgery will prevent you from developing colon cancer. B. after this surgery you will no longer have ulcerative colitis. C. when you return from surgery you will not be able to eat solid food for several days. D. you will have an ileostomy when you return from the surgery.