In Caring for a Client Considering Mechanical Mitral Valve Replacement

question 11

Multiple Choice

In caring for a client considering mechanical mitral valve replacement, the essential determination for the nurse (and physician) to make would be whether the client can or will

• A) comply with the lifelong requirement for anticoagulant therapy.
• B) cooperate fully and participate in a cardiac rehabilitation program.
• C) experience body image problems from the sternal scar.
• D) require a high level of physical energy at work.

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Definitions:

Perceived Performance-Reward

An individual's belief about the degree to which performance results in receiving rewards.

Careful Listening

A communication technique used where the listener pays close attention to the speaker's words, tones, and body language to fully understand the message conveyed.

Participative Goals

Objectives set collaboratively by involving multiple stakeholders to ensure buy-in and shared responsibility for achieving them.

Defined

Clearly described, outlined, or explained.