Questions I would ask S.P. about her fatigue would include, how often do you feel fatigued? What activities precipitate fatigue? Is the fatigue related to a time of day: all day, morning, evening? People who present with symptoms of CHF may exhibit symptoms of increasing fatigue and have difficulty performing daily activities such as walking, climbing stairs or carrying groceries. According to Forbes & Watt (2016), “fatigue from decreased cardiac output is worse in the evening, whereas fatigue from anxiety or depression occurs all day or is worse in the morning” (p.472). Exercise intolerance and fatigue are often the most common symptoms of heart failure.
Based on the subjective and objective data provided, I would educate S.P. on CHF. I would
Based on the subjective and objective data provided, I would educate S.P. on CHF. I would