Basic
Name one main type of heart failure.
Right or Left sided Heart Failure
Name one symptom of CHF.
Pulmonary edema, Shortness of breath
Should CHF patients eat salty food?
NO, AVOID
Name one medicine used in CHF.
Ramipril (Ace Inhibitor)
Metoprolol (Beta Blockers)
What time should CHF patients weigh themselves?
Early morning before any food or drink.
Is CHF acute, chronic, or both?
Both Acute, and chronic
What position helps a CHF patient breathe better?
Semi fowler's position
What type of foods should a CHF patient avoid?
Fried, processed, salty, or canned foods.
Most common water pill (diuretics) given in CHF?
Furosemide
What activity should be done daily to check swelling?
Check legs and ankles for swelling (edema)