Practice Question
What is the term used to describe Right-sided heart failure that is caused by increased pressure in the lungs?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Cor Pulmonale
Rationale:
🔷 Definition: Cor pulmonale is right‑sided HF caused by pulmonary hypertension from lung pathology.
🔷 Mechanism: Chronic elevated PVR forces the right ventricle to work harder → hypertrophy and failure.
🔷 Typical causes: Advanced COPD, interstitial lung disease, and sleep apnea drive the pulmonary pressure rise.
🔷 Clinical clues: JVD, hepatomegaly, peripheral edema, and ascites align with right‑sided strain.
🔷 Management focus: Reduce pulmonary pressures (e.g., oxygen), optimize diuretics, and treat lung disease.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: Medical-surgical📚
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