A nurse is performing client health education with a 68-year-old man who has recently been diagnosed with heart failure. Which of the following statements demonstrates an accurate understanding of his new diagnosis?
A) "I'll be sure to take my beta blocker whenever I feel short of breath."
B) "I'm going to avoid as much physical activity as I can so that I preserve my strength."
C) "I know it's healthy to drink a lot of water, and I'm going to make sure I do this from now on."
D) "I'm trying to think of ways that I can cut down the amount of salt that I usually eat."
Ans: D
Feedback:
Salt and fluid restrictions are indicated for most clients with heart failure (HF). Beta blockers do not address shortness of breath, and cardiac medications are not normally taken in response to acute symptoms. Clients should be encouraged to maintain, and increase, physical activity within the limits of their condition.
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