The nurse is developing a teaching plan for a patient diagnosed with congestive heart failure. Which are the most appropriate teaching points to include that will assist in self-management of the disease? (Select all that apply.)
A) Side effects of medications
B) Activity restrictions
C) Daily weights
D) Increased sodium intake
E) Blood pressure monitoring

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Congestive heart failure (CHF) is one of the most common complications of coronary artery disease in which the heart fails to pump efficiently enough to meet the metabolic demands of the body. Fluid overload is a common complication. As with most chronic conditions, patients with CHF benefit from education about their disease and self-managing diet, physical activity, weight, and medication adherence. Fluid retention occurs with increased sodium intake; therefore sodium is usually restricted in a congestive heart failure diet.

The Nurse Is Developing a Teaching Plan for a Patient