A Patient Diagnosed with Heart Failure Has a B-Type Natriuretic

question 82

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with heart failure has a B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) level of 945 pg/mL upon admission to the hospital.At discharge, the patient's BNP is 435 pg/mL.Which discharge instruction should the nurse emphasize for this patient?

• A)"Have additional pillows available in case you have increased dyspnea at night."
• B)"Maintain bedrest if there is any edema of the ankles or feet."
• C)"Monitor weight daily, and report weight gain immediately."
• D)"Take vitamins E and C daily to improve cardiac function."

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