Practice Question
Which of the following would be expected findings in a patient experiencing Left-sided heart failure?
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Correct Answer:
Paroxysmal noctural dyspnea
Rationale:
🔷 Left‑sided HF causes pulmonary congestion → crackles.
🔷 PND reflects nocturnal fluid shifts worsening pulmonary edema.
🔷 Pink, frothy sputum signals alveolar edema/severe LV failure.
🔷 May see orthopnea due to increased venous return when supine.
🔷 Systemic venous signs (JVD/edema) point to right‑sided HF.
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- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: Medical-surgical📚
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