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Cardiomyopathy (MNL) Questions and Answers The nurse needs to monitor fluid volume for a client diagnosed with cardiomyopathy. What intervention should the nurse include in the​ client's plan of​ care? A: Administer supplemental oxygen B: Auscultate heart sounds C: Monitor the​ client's...

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The nurse needs to monitor fluid volume for a client diagnosed with cardiomyopathy.
What intervention should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?

A: Administer supplemental oxygen
B: Auscultate heart sounds
C: Monitor the client's weight daily
D: Encourage rest periods throughout the day - answer Answer: C

The nurse is providing education to a client newly diagnosed with cardiomyopathy.
Which statement should the nurse use to best describe cardiomyopathy to the client?

A: Cardiomyopathy develops when the kidneys cannot regulate the blood pressure.
B: Cardiomyopathy is an abnormal heart rate.
C: Cardiomyopathy causes ineffective pumping pumping of the heart.
D: Cardiomyopathy is another term for high blood pressure. - answer Answer: C

Which clinical problem should the nurse include when planning care for a client with
cardiomyopathy?

A: Fluid volume deficit
B: Impaired gas exchange
C: Chronic pain
D: Diminished cardiac output - answer Answer: D

A client is diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy. Which scheduled medication should
the nurse clarify with the health care provider before administering it?

A: Diuretic
B: Beta-blocker
C: Antidysrhythmic
D: Anticoagulant - answer Answer: B
Explanation: The nurse needs to question the health care provider about the beta-
blocker, for this medication should be used with caution in clients with dilated
cardiomyopathy. Anticoagulants, antidysrhythmics, and diuretics are often used in the
treatment of dilated cardiomyopathy, and the nurse would not question these prescribed
medications.

The nurse is providing education to a community group about cardiac disorders. When
discussing cardiomyopathy, which risk factor should the nurse discuss?

A: Smoking

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