The nurse is obtaining the health history of a patient who is being assessed for possible heart failure (HF) . Which patient statement should the nurse identify as being associated with this condition?
A) "I break out in a cold sweat when I eat a large meal."
B) "I am sleepy after I eat lunch every 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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