A patient with obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is being released from the hospital and is to continue treatment with atenolol (Tenormin)and disopyramide (Norpace)at home.Which information should be included in the patient's teaching plan? (Select all that apply.)

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A,C.Scheduling activities in small amounts and providing small meals that require less energy to digest than large meals reduce strain on the heart.B.Hydration is important to maintain cardiac output.D.Avoid alcohol as it decreases cardiac function.E.Strenuous exercise and athletic sports are restricted to prevent sudden death.F.Pulse does not need to be taken with these two medications.

A Patient with Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Is Being Released from the Hospital