ATI RN
ATI Nur 221 Med Surg Exam Cardiac Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of left-sided heart failure. The nurse expects what assessment findings associated with left-sided heart failure? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Crackles in the lungs (
C), confusion (
D), and exertional dyspnea (E) are expected. Left-sided heart failure causes pulmonary congestion (crackles, dyspnea) and reduced cerebral perfusion (confusion). Ascites and leg edema are associated with right-sided heart failure.
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