A client 50 years of age is diagnosed with Class III (moderate) heart failure. How is Class III heart failure different from other classes of heart failure in the client, according to the New York Association of Classification of Heart Failure?

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According to the New York Association of Classification of Heart Failure, Class III (moderate) heart failure is characterized by symptoms such as fatigue, palpitations, or dyspnea while doing less than normal physical activities. This is different from Class I (mild) and Class II (mild to moderate), where the client can carry out ordinary physical activities without discomfort, and Class IV (severe), where the client is unable to carry out any physical activity without discomfort. Therefore, option C is the best choice.

A Client 50 Years of Age Is Diagnosed with Class