All of the following pulmonary function tests may be used to follow the effect of treatment for congestive heart failure except:
A) Lung volumes
B) Arterial blood gases
C) Diffusing capacity
D) Maximal respiratory pressures

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Maximal respiratory pressures are not typically used to follow the effect of treatment for congestive heart failure. They are more relevant in assessing neuromuscular strength and conditions affecting the respiratory muscles directly. Lung volumes, arterial blood gases, and diffusing capacity can all reflect changes in cardiac function and fluid status, and thus can be used to monitor the effects of treatment for congestive heart failure.

All of the Following Pulmonary Function Tests May Be Used