Which statements made by the client indicate an understanding of the compensatory mechanisms associated with heart failure? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

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A) The heart enlarges (hypertrophy) in an attempt to improve its pumping ability, which is a compensatory mechanism in heart failure. B) The activation of the sympathetic nervous system increases heart rate and force of contraction to improve cardiac output, another compensatory mechanism. C) The body may redirect blood flow away from less vital organs to support critical organs like the brain and heart, indicating an understanding of compensatory mechanisms in heart failure.

Which Statements Made by the Client Indicate an Understanding of the Compensatory