The Nurse Is Assessing a Client Diagnosed with Chronic Rheumatic

The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with chronic rheumatic heart disease. What symptom would indicate that the client's condition is severe and requires immediate attention?

A) The client's systolic blood pressure falls below 90 mm Hg.
B) The client's report of shortness of breath with exercise.
C) The client's report of a dry cough.
D) The client exhibits a low-grade fever.