A Patient Admitted with Acute Dyspnea Is Newly Diagnosed with Dilated

A patient admitted with acute dyspnea is newly diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy. Which information will the nurse plan to teach the patient about managing this disorder?

A) A heart transplant should be scheduled as soon as possible.
B) Elevating the legs above the heart will help relieve dyspnea.
C) Careful compliance with diet and medications will prevent heart failure.
D) Notify the health care provider about symptoms such as shortness of breath.

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