The nurse is planning care for several clients. Which client should the nurse identify as being at greatest risk of developing heart failure?
A)A 69-year-old African American male with hypertension
B)A 50-year-old African American female who smokes
C)A 75-year-old Caucasian male who is overweight
D)A 52-year-old Caucasian female with asthma

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A)Age above 65, African American race, and hypertension lead to an increased risk for developing heart failure. Smoking and obesity are also risk factors. The 69-year-old African American male with hypertension has three risk factors, whereas the other clients have between zero and two risk factors.
B)Age above 65, African American race, and hypertension lead to an increased risk for developing heart failure. Smoking and obesity are also risk factors. The 69-year-old African American male with hypertension has three risk factors, whereas the other clients have between zero and two risk factors.
C)Age above 65, African American race, and hypertension lead to an increased risk for developing heart failure. Smoking and obesity are also risk factors. The 69-year-old African American male with hypertension has three risk factors, whereas the other clients have between zero and two risk factors.
D)Age above 65, African American race, and hypertension lead to an increased risk for developing heart failure. Smoking and obesity are also risk factors. The 69-year-old African American male with hypertension has three risk factors, whereas the other clients have between zero and two risk factors.

The Nurse Is Planning Care for Several Clients