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The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Heart Failure

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The nurse is caring for a patient with heart failure receiving enalapril (Vasotec) 5 mg by mouth daily. The available dose is 10-mg tablets. How many tablets will the nurse administer? Enter the numeral only.


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Unpleasant Consequence

A negative outcome or result that follows a specific action or condition.

Negative Reinforcement

A process in behavioral psychology where the removal of an undesirable outcome strengthens the behavior leading to its removal.

Expectations

Beliefs or forecasts about future events, which can significantly influence current behavior and decision-making processes.

Desirable Behaviour

Actions or conduct that are considered advantageous, beneficial, or appropriate according to societal, organizational, or personal standards.

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