A client has been treated with a cardiac glycoside and diuretics for congestive heart failure (CHF). The nurse determines the treatment has been successful when the client experiences:
A)
weight loss.
B)
an increase in energy level.
C)
clear lung sounds.
D)
improved level of consciousness.
C
Explanation:
A)
Successful treatment of CHF is indicated by absence of the symptoms of pulmonary congestion. Weight loss, increased energy, and improved mental state may occur without improvement of the CHF.
Analysis
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
B)
Successful treatment of CHF is indicated by absence of the symptoms of pulmonary congestion. Weight loss, increased energy, and improved mental state may occur without improvement of the CHF.
Analysis
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
C)
Successful treatment of CHF is indicated by absence of the symptoms of pulmonary congestion. Weight loss, increased energy, and improved mental state may occur without improvement of the CHF.
Analysis
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
D)
Successful treatment of CHF is indicated by absence of the symptoms of pulmonary congestion. Weight loss, increased energy, and improved mental state may occur without improvement of the CHF.
Analysis
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
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