A Patient with Stage C Heart Failure (HF) Who Has

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient with Stage C heart failure (HF) who has been taking an ACE inhibitor, a beta blocker, and a diuretic begins to have increased dyspnea, weight gain, and decreased urine output. The provider orders spironolactone (Aldactone) . The nurse will make sure that the patient:

• A) does not take potassium supplements.
• B) monitors for a decreased heart rate.
• C) takes extra fluids.
• D) uses a salt substitute instead of salt.

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Definitions:

Traditional CVP Analysis

This refers to the Cost-Volume-Profit Analysis that helps in determining how changes in costs and volume affect a company's operating income and net income.

Sensitivity Analysis

A method for assessing the impact of varying levels of an independent variable on a specific dependent variable, assuming certain conditions.

Cost Structure

The composition of a company’s costs, including the ratio of fixed to variable costs and how these affect overall profitability.

Fixed Costs

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