An Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Causes a Left to Right

question 28

Multiple Choice

An atrial septal defect (ASD) causes a left to right shunt, which enlarges the right atrium. Because of this effect, which of the following conditions often occur with ASD?

• A) Asthma
• B) Jugular venous distension
• C) Atrial fibrillation
• D) B and C

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