A client diagnosed with heart failure has been admitted to the ICU prior to invasive treatment. What treatment could be considered curative for this client?
A) Cardiomyoplasty
B) External pacemaker placement
C) Surgical ventricular restoration
D) Ventricular Assist Device

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Surgical ventricular restoration is the only option listed that could potentially be curative for heart failure. Cardiomyoplasty, external pacemaker placement, and ventricular assist devices are all supportive or palliative treatments for heart failure.

A Client Diagnosed with Heart Failure Has Been Admitted to the ICU