A client with heart failure (HF) is being discharged with a new prescription for the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor captopril. The nurse's discharge instructions should include reporting which problem to the healthcare provider?

A client with congestive heart failure (CHF) is being discharged with a new prescription for captopril (Capoten), an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor.  The nurse's discharge instruction should include reporting which problem to the health care provider? *1 pointA. Weight loss.B. Dry persistent coughC. Muscle cramps.D. Dry mucus membranes

Return to OverviewA client is admitted for atrial fibrillation, and the healthcare provider prescribes disopyramide. After explaining the action of this antidysrhythmic agent, which complaint should the nurse instruct the client to report?

The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client prescribed sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?A. "It is okay to stop taking this medication when you feel better."B. "Restrict fluid intake to prevent hypertension."C. "Increase your fluid intake while on this medication."D. "Seek emergency care if your urine turns a dark brown."

The nurse is reviewing discharge teaching with a client who was newly prescribed digoxin. Which statement, if made by the client, would require follow-up? Select all that apply.1/2Your Score/Max+/- Scoring Rule"I should take my pulse before taking each dose.""This medication will require me to take my weight daily.""This medication will require me to have periodic blood work.""I will ensure I get plenty of potassium in my diet.""If I notice visual changes, I will call my eye doctor.

Prior to sending a client for a cardiac catheterization, it would be most important for the nurse to report which of the following? *1 pointA. The client has an allergy to shellfishB. The client has diminished palpable peripheral pulsesC. The client has cool lower extremities bilaterallyD. The client is anxious about the pending procedure