Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who reports dyspnea and fatigue. The nurse determines that the client also has tachycardia and edema. Which of the following disorders should the nurse suspect?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Heart failure is characterized by dyspnea, fatigue, tachycardia, and edema due to fluid retention and reduced cardiac output.