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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?


A) Acute heart failure
B) Myocardial infarction
C) Left-sided heart failure
D) Right-sided heart failure

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