Multiple Choice
The nurse should keep which concept in mind when providing care to a patient with cardiogenic pulmonary edema?
A) Increased left ventricular pressure is reflected back to the pulmonary capillary bed.
B) This condition is caused by decreased oncotic pressure due to anemia.
C) Capillary endothelial injury makes the capillaries leaky.
D) Lymphatic blockage prevents drainage of interstitial fluid.
Correct Answer:
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