The Nurse Is Concerned That a Patient Is Developing Right

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse is concerned that a patient is developing right heart failure. What did the nurse assess in this patient?

• A) Ankle edema
• B) Enlarged liver
• C) Displaced apical heart rate
• D) Shortness of breath
• E) Cough

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Definitions:

Blood Pressure Medication

Drugs prescribed to manage and control high blood pressure, aiming to prevent complications such as heart attack or stroke.

Stress

A psychological and physical response to demands or threats, leading to a state of strain or tension.

Medical Intensive Care Unit

A specialized hospital ward designed for the treatment of severe or life-threatening illnesses, with constant monitoring by healthcare professionals.

Nasogastric (NG) Tube

A flexible tube passed through the nose and into the stomach for feeding or medication administration in patients unable to eat by mouth.