Pulmonary Edema

Pulmonary Edema ( 33 Questions)

A client is being evaluated for pulmonary edema. Which cardiac condition is a common etiological factor for the development of pulmonary edema?


Correct Answer: A

A) Correct. Atrial fibrillation is a cardiac arrhythmia that can lead to heart failure, which is a common etiological factor for pulmonary edema.

B) Incorrect. Hypothyroidism is not typically a direct cause of pulmonary edema.

C) Incorrect. While COPD can lead to respiratory-related symptoms, it is not a direct cause of pulmonary edema.

D) Incorrect. Rheumatoid arthritis is not a known cause of pulmonary edema.




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