A patient suffers from pulmonary hypertension, which has increased the resistance in the pulmonary blood vessels. In response, which of the following will most likely occur?

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Pulmonary hypertension causes an increase in pressure in the pulmonary blood vessels, which makes it harder for the right side of the heart to pump blood to the lungs. As a result, the right side of the heart may weaken over time. Option B is incorrect because although the heart muscle may undergo hypertrophy (thickening) due to the increased workload, it doesn't necessarily become "stronger". Option C is incorrect because pulmonary hypertension primarily affects the right side of the heart, not the left. Option D is incorrect as it is not related to pulmonary hypertension.

A Patient Suffers from Pulmonary Hypertension, Which Has Increased the Resistance