An older patient with valvular disease is scheduled for an echocardiogram. What should the nurse teach the patient about this diagnostic test?
A) Determines the risk for metabolic syndrome
B) Analyzes the reasons for high blood pressure
C) Visualizes the heart valves as they open and close
D) Measures the amount of blood flowing through arteries
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