John is 80 years old and is experiencing the following: weight gain, tachycardia, neck vein distention, and cognitive impairment.The nurse practitioner assesses for which of the following to support a diagnosis of heart failure? Select all that apply.

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A) A laterally displaced point of maximum impulse (PMI) indicates an enlarged heart, which is common in heart failure.B) Rales (crackles) in the lungs can indicate fluid backup due to heart failure, especially when not caused by other conditions like atelectasis or ascites.C) Functional impairment is common in heart failure due to decreased cardiac output and the resulting fatigue and weakness.

John Is 80 Years Old and Is Experiencing the Following