The Nurse Is Educating an 80 -Year-Old Patient Diagnosed with HF

Multiple Choice

The nurse is educating an 80 -year-old patient diagnosed with HF about his medication regimen. What should the nurse to teach this patient about the use of oral diuretics?

A) Avoid drinking fluids for 2 hours after taking the diuretic.
B) Take the diuretic in the morning to avoid interfering with sleep.
C) Avoid taking the medication within 2 hours consuming dairy products.
D) Take the diuretic only on days when experiencing shortness of breath.