While Waiting for Cardiac Transplantation, a Patient with Severe Heart

question 14

Multiple Choice

While waiting for cardiac transplantation, a patient with severe heart failure has a ventricular assist device (VAD ) implanted. When developing the plan of care, the nursing actions should include

• A) administration of immunosuppressive medications.
• B) monitoring the surgical incision for signs of infection.
• C) teaching the patient the reason for continuous bed rest.
• D) preparing the patient to have the VAD in place permanently.

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