As Part of the Treatment for Congestive Heart Failure,the Child

question 7

Multiple Choice

As part of the treatment for congestive heart failure,the child takes the diuretic furosemide.When teaching home care,the nurse encourages the family to give the child foods such as bananas,oranges,and leafy vegetables.What are these foods high in?

• A) Chlorides
• B) Potassium
• C) Sodium
• D) Vitamins

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitters

Chemical compounds responsible for sending signals from one neuron to another across synapses in the nervous system.

Visceral Smooth Muscle

The type of smooth muscle found in the walls of internal organs such as the stomach, intestines, and blood vessels, not under conscious control.

Toxins

Poisonous substances produced by living organisms that can cause harm to humans or other organisms.

Severely Injured

A condition characterized by serious harm or damage to the body, requiring immediate medical attention and care.