CHF Flashcards
1
Q
Name the 3 drugs used to treat CHF
A
Diuretic- measure daily weight, digitalis-measure apical pulse, DO NOT give
2
Q
CHF intervention
A
Bed rest, Ted hose applied before the clients get out of bed and removed daily, Never massage calves
3
Q
What complication is common in CHF?
A
Pulmonary edema
4
Q
The client with CHF is to REPORT to doc if gained_____
A
3lbs in one wk
5
Q
Name the four most toxic affects of digitalis
A
Anorexia, N&V, yellow vision, arrhythmia
6
Q
CHF can result from MI (heart attack). (T/F)
A
True
