The classic early manifestation(s) of left-sided congestive heart failure is/are ____, whereas the early indicator(s) of right-sided failure is/are _______.
A) palpitations and periodic chest pain; shortness of breath on exertion
B) swelling of the ankles and abdomen; chest pain
C) shortness of breath on exertion or lying down; swelling of the ankles
D) coughing up frothy sputum; hepatomegaly and splenomegaly

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Left-sided heart failure typically presents with pulmonary symptoms such as shortness of breath on exertion or lying down due to fluid backing up into the lungs. Right-sided heart failure often leads to systemic congestion, resulting in swelling of the ankles (peripheral edema).

The Classic Early Manifestation(s) of Left-Sided Congestive Heart Failure Is/are