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Read the information included in the class and take the quiz. You must score an 85% or better to pass.
Intoduction to Congestive heart failure (read both links before taking test)
•Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a condition in which the heart's function as a pump is inadequate to meet the body's needs.
•Many disease processes can impair the pumping efficiency of the heart to cause congestive heart failure.
•The symptoms of congestive heart failure vary, but can include fatigue, diminished exercise capacity, shortness of breath, and swelling.
•The diagnosis of congestive heart failure is based on knowledge of the patient's medical history, a careful physical examination, and selected laboratory tests.
•The treatment of congestive heart failure can include lifestyle modifications, addressing potentially reversible factors, medications, heart transplant, and mechanical therapies.
•The course of congestive heart failure in any given patient is extremely variable.
Congestive Heart Failure Class Left-sided failure vs. Right-sided failure
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