A Client with a History of Prolapsed Mitral Valve Complains

question 21

Multiple Choice

A client with a history of prolapsed mitral valve complains to the ER nurse that he is having palpitations (pounding heart) even at rest. Identify the discharge instructions by the nurse that are most effective in reducing future episodes of this symptom.

• A)Make sure you eat foods high in potassium, like oranges and bananas.
• B)You will need to increase your fluid intake to 2 to 3 liters per day.
• C)Avoid beverages that contain caffeine, like coffee and colas.
• D)Limit your activity as much as possible.

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Definitions:

Metatarsals

The long bones in the foot that connect the ankle to the toes, important for walking and balance.

Sternum

The long, flat bone located in the center of the chest, connected to the ribs via cartilage, forming part of the rib cage.

Styloid Process

A slender, pointed piece of bone that extends down from the temporal bone of the skull, serving as an attachment point for muscles associated with the tongue and larynx.

Scapula

The shoulder blade, a flat, triangular bone located at the back of the shoulder, serving as an important site for muscle attachment.