A patient with chronic mitral regurgitation states, "I am always so tired." The nurse recognizes which of the following factors is most likely contributing to the fatigue?

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Chronic mitral regurgitation can lead to decreased cardiac output, as blood is leaking back into the left atrium instead of being effectively pumped out to the body. This can result in fatigue and reduced exercise tolerance. The heart murmur, pulmonary congestion, and coughing can all be symptoms of mitral regurgitation, but they are not the primary factor contributing to the patient's fatigue.

A Patient with Chronic Mitral Regurgitation States, "I Am Always