Pulmonary Edema

Pulmonary Edema ( 33 Questions)

A nurse is caring for a client with a history of myocardial infarction (MI). Which factor related to the client's medical history increases the risk of developing pulmonary edema?


Correct Answer: D

A) Incorrect. Regular exercise is generally beneficial for heart health and would not increase the risk of pulmonary edema.

B) Incorrect. Smoking cessation is a positive health behavior and does not increase the risk of pulmonary edema.

C) Incorrect. Hypertension control is important for reducing the risk of heart-related complications and pulmonary edema.

D) Correct. Prior heart muscle damage, such as from a myocardial infarction (MI), increases the risk of heart failure and subsequently pulmonary edema.




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