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soccerdreamer_17

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The nurse is preparing patient teaching for a patient diagnosed with peripheral edema secondary to right-sided heart failure. What intervention will promote circulation and reduce edema in the lower extremities?
 
  a. Encourage frequent ambulation.
  b. Administer antihypertensive medications.
  c. Encourage vigorous exercise for 30 minutes a day.
  d. Administer oxygen when short of breath.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to apply a cardiac monitor to a patient. Where should the nurse place the electrodes?
 
  a. Over the indicated rib
  b. Near the indicated rib
  c. On soft spongy areas
  d. On the abdomen


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ashely1112

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


soccerdreamer_17

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

AmberC1996

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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