In Planning the Care for a Client Diagnosed with Heart

question 2

Multiple Choice

In planning the care for a client diagnosed with heart failure, which of the following would be an appropriate goal?

• A) Reduce myocardial contractility.
• B) Increase cardiac workload.
• C) Decrease ejection fraction.
• D) Increase activity levels.

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