The Nurse Working on the Heart Failure Unit Knows That

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse working on the heart failure unit knows that teaching an older female patient with newly diagnosed heart failure is effective when the patient states that

• A) she will take furosemide (Lasix) every day at bedtime.
• B) the nitroglycerin patch is applied when any chest pain develops.
• C) she will call the clinic if her weight goes from 124 to 128 pounds in a week.
• D) an additional pillow can help her sleep if she is feeling short of breath at night.

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Definitions:

Disregard Wants

Ignoring or overlooking the desires or preferences of oneself or others.

Multilingual Workforce

A group of employees within an organization that is capable of communicating in multiple languages, enhancing communication and diversity.

Diverse Workforce

A workplace that includes employees with a wide range of characteristics and experiences, such as various ethnicities, genders, ages, and abilities.

Passive Communication

A communication style where individuals avoid direct expression of their needs, desires, or feelings, often leading to misunderstandings.