An essential aspect of teaching that may prevent recurrence of heart failure is
A) notifying the provider if a 2-lb weight gain occurs in 24 hours.
B) compliance with diuretic therapy.
C) taking nitroglycerin if chest pain occurs.
D) assessment of an apical pulse.

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Reduction or cessation of diuretics usually results in sodium and water retention,which may precipitate heart failure.Notifying the provider of a weight gain and assessing a pulse are important self-care activities but will not prevent a recurrence of heart failure.Nitroglycerin is used for coronary artery disease.

An Essential Aspect of Teaching That May Prevent Recurrence of Heart