Which of the following is the most likely consequence of acute left ventricular failure?
A)Jugular vein distention
B)Hepatomegaly and splenomegaly
C)Pulmonary edema
D)Pedal edema

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Acute left ventricular failure can lead to an increase in pressure within the pulmonary circulation which can cause fluid to leak into the lungs, resulting in pulmonary edema. Jugular vein distention can be a sign of right-sided heart failure, hepatomegaly and splenomegaly are more commonly associated with liver or spleen dysfunction, and pedal edema can be a sign of fluid overload but is not specific to left ventricular failure.

Which of the Following Is the Most Likely Consequence of Acute