When the Nurse Weighs an Edematous Patient with Congestive Heart

Multiple Choice

When the nurse weighs an edematous patient with congestive heart failure, the weight increase from yesterday is 2.2 lb. What would be included in the plan of care for the patient? (Select all that apply.)

A) Keep a pitcher of water at the bedside.
B) Offer frequent oral hygiene.
C) Limit fresh fruits and vegetables.
D) Avoid changing the patient's position.
E) Provide hard candy.