Which Statement by the Patient Would the Nurse Evaluate as Significant

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which statement by the patient would the nurse evaluate as significant to the diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF) ?

• A) "I break out in a cold sweat when I eat a large meal."
• B) "I am sleepy after I eat lunch every day."
• C) "I have to prop myself up on three pillows to sleep at night, otherwise I can't breathe."
• D) "I feel better after I exercise."

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Definitions:

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