ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A home health nurse is visiting a client who has heart failure and a prescription for furosemide. The nurse identifies that the client has gained 2.5 kg (5 Ib) since the last visit 2 days ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Notify the provider of the client's weight gain. This is the first action the nurse should take because sudden weight gain in a client with heart failure can indicate fluid retention, which may worsen the condition. By notifying the provider promptly, necessary interventions or medication adjustments can be made to prevent complications.
A: Teaching the client about low-sodium foods can be important for long-term management but addressing the immediate weight gain is a priority.
B: Determining medication adherence is important but addressing the weight gain takes precedence.
C: Encouraging leg dangling can help with circulation but addressing the weight gain and fluid retention is more urgent.
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