A 76-Year-Old Patient Has Been Recently Diagnosed with Cardiac Valvular

question 7

Multiple Choice

A 76-year-old patient has been recently diagnosed with cardiac valvular disease.The nurse assesses the patient and recognizes that the medical diagnosis is supported by:

• A)cyanotic fingertips.
• B)weight loss of 10 pounds in 3 months.
• C)angina pain.
• D)shortness of breath with activity.

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