When the Nurse Weighs an Edematous Patient with Congestive Heart

question 23

Multiple Choice

When the nurse weighs an edematous patient with congestive heart failure, the weight increase from yesterday is 2.2 lb. What would be included in the plan of care for the patient? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Keep a pitcher of water at the bedside.
• B) Offer frequent oral hygiene.
• C) Limit fresh fruits and vegetables.
• D) Avoid changing the patient's position.
• E) Provide hard candy.

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Definitions:

Declining-Balance

A method of depreciation where an asset loses value at a rate that decreases over time, opposite of straight-line depreciation.

Useful Life

The estimated duration of time an asset is expected to be useful and productive for the purpose it was acquired.

Replace The Asset

The process of substituting an existing asset with a new or improved version, often due to obsolescence, wear, or technological advances.

Obsolescence Factors

Elements that contribute to the decline in value and usefulness of assets over time, affecting their depreciation.