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A patient with a 10-year history of heart failure presents to the emergency department reporting severe shortness of breath.Assessment reveals crackles throughout the lung fields and labored breathing.The patient takes beta blockers,ACE inhibitors,and diuretics as directed.What treatment strategies does the nurse plan to implement for immediate short-term management? (Select all that apply.)
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