Which data is sought by the critically thinking nurse caring for a client with cardiac problems?
A) Information regarding the client's physical and emotional condition
B) How the client's cardiac dysfunction is affecting other body systems
C) The client's ability to state the details of the prescribed treatment plan
D) The effectiveness of the client's medications to manage the cardiac symptoms
B
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