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A client seen in the clinic with shortness of breath and fatigue is being evaluated for a possible diagnosis of heart failure. Which laboratory result will be the most useful for diagnosing heart failure?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: BNP (
A) is the most specific marker for heart failure, elevated due to cardiac pressure and volume overload. Troponin I (
B) indicates myocardial infarction. BUN (
C) may be elevated in heart failure but is less specific. Platelet levels (
D) are unrelated to heart failure diagnosis.

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