Caring for a Client with Chronic Heart Failure
Semester 1
Semester 2
Hector Fernandez is a 62-year-old Hispanic male recently admitted to a long term care facility due to recent falls. He has a history of chronic heart failure. Students must assess Hector while communicating therapeutically regarding his concerns. Any new or unexpected findings should be communicated to the provider and cardiac medications administered safely.
• Assess a client with chronic heart failure and distinguish between expected findings and findings indicating a change in condition.
• Analyze lab work results.
• Safely administer cardiac medications.
• Communicate therapeutically.
• Communicate with the provider using SBAR format.