During data collection,the nurse learns that a patient with chronic cardiac problems and diabetes has gained 5 pounds of weight over 3 days and is experiencing fatigue when climbing stairs.Upon inspection,the nurse notes edema of the lower extremities.What health problem do these symptoms suggest that the nurse should report to the physician?

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These are signs of right-sided heart failure because fluid is being retained (weight gain),backing up systemically.The patient is fatigued due to reduced cardiac output and oxygenation.The nurse should report these symptoms right away.A.B.C.These symptoms are not consistent with acute heart failure,myocardial infarction,or left-sided heart failure.

During Data Collection,the Nurse Learns That a Patient with Chronic