The Nurse Is Developing a Patient Education Plan for a Patient

question 25

Multiple Choice

The nurse is developing a patient education plan for a patient with valvular heart disease.Which instruction would be included as part of that plan?

• A) Increase fluid intake to increase cardiac output.
• B) Take sodium replacement tablets to replace sodium lost with diuretics.
• C) Increase daily activity until shortness of breath occurs.
• D) Take prophylactic antibiotics before undergoing any invasive procedure.

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Definitions:

Basilar Membrane

A key structure in the cochlea of the inner ear that oscillates in response to sound, playing a critical role in the perception of sound.

Internal Senses

Refers to the body's ability to sense its own physiological condition, encompassing sensations like hunger, thirst, and the need for sleep.

Viscera

The internal organs in the main cavities of the body, especially those within the abdominal cavity.

Taste Buds

Sensory organs located on the tongue and other parts of the mouth, which are responsible for detecting the five elements of taste perception: sweetness, sourness, saltiness, bitterness, and umami.