An 82-Year-Old Patient Is Readmitted for Heart Failure (HF) 1

question 17

Multiple Choice

An 82-year-old patient is readmitted for heart failure (HF) 1 week after being discharged for the same diagnosis. Which findings most likely contributed to the patient's readmission? Select all that apply.

• A) Not knowing how or when to take medications
• B) Not prescribed appropriate medications, including ACE inhibitors and beta blockers
• C) No record of body weight since discharge
• D) Not filling prescribed medications
• E) Received the pneumococcal immunization during the last hospitalization

Identify the ethical principle of confidentiality and its implications in practice.

Grasp the importance of the ethical principle of justice in treating patients equally regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

Understand the ethical principle of beneficence and nonmaleficence in patient care.

Recognize the professional responsibilities and accountability in nursing practice.

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