Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who reports dyspnea and fatigue. The chart listed a past medical history of hypertension, tachycardia, and hypercholesteremia. The patient is on two blood pressure medications and a cholesterol medication. The nurse's assessment finding include tachycardia and edema. The patient reports not taking their medications on a regular basis. Which of the following disorders should the nurse suspect?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Dyspnea, fatigue, tachycardia, edema, and medication noncompliance in a client with hypertension and hypercholesteremia strongly suggest heart failure.