Multiple Choice
A patient was admitted for heart failure,and over the past 3 days the patient's brain natriuretic peptide has decreased.What action by the nurse is best?
A) Prepare to administer extra diuretics.
B) Continue with the plan of care.
C) Prepare to intubate and ventilate the patient.
D) Discuss end-of-life care with the patient.
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