A client presents with increasing shortness of breath, fatig…
A client presents with increasing shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in her lower extremities. On examination, she has an elevated jugular venous pressure, bilateral crackles in her lungs, and 2+ pitting edema in her legs. Her vital signs are: blood pressure 140/85 mmHg, heart rate 90 beats per minute, and respiratory rate 22 breaths per minute. The patient’s BNP is 650. Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize for this client? (Select all that apply.)