The nurse is caring for a patient being treated pharmacologically for heart failure. Which ...

Correct Answer: 1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: It is important to monitor electrolyte levels, especially potassium, when a patient is being treated pharmacologically for heart failure.
Rationale 2: It is important to monitor renal function while a patient is being treated pharmacologically for heart failure.
Rationale 3: It is important to monitor renal function while a patient is being treated pharmacologically for heart failure.
Rationale 4: It is not necessary to monitor liver function while a patient is being treated pharmacologically for heart failure.
Rationale 5: It is important to monitor serum drug levels while a patient is being treated pharmacologically for heart failure.