Question # 3

A patient with acute decompensated heart failure is ordered intravenous nitroglycerin and a loop diuretic. The nurse’s priority monitoring includes:

Options:

A.

Continuous blood pressure and oxygen saturation, frequent reassessment of respiratory status, and readiness to support the airway

B.

Checking vital signs only once per shift

C.

Encouraging the patient to lie flat

D.

Restricting all oxygen therapy

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