Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
Simulated
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.