A Patient with Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Is Being Released from the Hospital

question 54

Multiple Choice

A patient with obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is being released from the hospital and is to continue treatment with atenolol (Tenormin) and disopyramide (Norpace) at home.Which information should be included in the patient's teaching plan? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Eat small meals.
• B) Drink fluids to remain hydrated.
• C) Plan activities in small amounts.
• D) Have one alcoholic drink per day.
• E) Participate in sports, such as tennis.
• F) Check the pulse daily before taking medications.

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