Nursing Care Of Clients With Cardiac Disorders. Study Guide Rated A+

Temp 100.2 (37.8), HR 88, resp 22, BP 114/70, A&O. Feels weak, lethargic, and not having an appetite. White patches in mouth noted. Occasional wheeze throughout lung fields. States persistent dry hacky cough, and occasional heart palpitations. Voiding clear, yellow urine with frequent urgency. Soft bowel movement this morning. What portion of the documentation indicates that the client is experiencing a side effect of enalapril? {Ans: Persistent dry hacky cough}What nursing measure should the nurse include initially when a client begins treatment with an antihypertensive medication? {Ans: Assist the client to a standing position.}When obtaining a health history from a person at the clinic, what finding strongly suggest that the person is hypertensive? Select all that apply. {Ans: throbbing headaches blurred vision flushed skin color (advise to seek medical attention immediately following a BP reading of 206/110 and 198/104)}The nurse instructs on prevention techniques aimed at which long-term negative effect? {Ans: Compromising blood flow to many vital organs.}If the client with hypertension is willing to implement lifestyle changes to reduce blood pressure, what common changes are most important for the nurse to encourage? Select all that apply. {Ans: Giving up smoking cigarrettes Pursuing measures for