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soccerdreamer_17 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

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