While performing an assessment,the nurse hears crackles in the patient's lung fields.The nurse also learns that the patient is sleeping on three pillows.What do these symptoms most likely indicate?
A) Left-sided heart failure
B) Right-sided heart failure
C) Atrial fibrillation
D) Myocardial ischemia

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Left-sided heart failure results in pulmonary congestion,the signs and symptoms of which include shortness of breath,crackles,and discomfort when lying supine.Right-sided heart failure is systemic and results in peripheral edema and hepatojugular distention.Atrial fibrillation results in an irregular heart rate.Myocardial ischemia most often results in chest pain,along with shortness of breath,nausea,and fatigue.

While Performing an Assessment,the Nurse Hears Crackles in the Patient's