When obtaining the health history of a patient who is being assessed for possible congestive heart failure, it is significant when the patient says which of the following?
A) "I break out in a cold sweat when I eat a large meal."
B) "I am sleepy after I eat lunch each day."
C) "I have to prop myself up on three pillows to sleep at night, otherwise I can't breathe."
D) "I feel better with my legs down when I sit in my favorite chair."
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