A Patient with Heart Failure Reports a 5-Lb Weight Gain

A patient with heart failure reports a 5-lb weight gain during the past week and episodes of feeling more short of breath.What is the nurse's best response?

A) "These changes are to be expected because you have heart failure."
B) "You will probably need a decreased dose of your diuretic drug."
C) "I will ask the dietitian to discuss a weight loss diet with you."
D) "Your prescriber must be notified because your heart failure is getting worse."