Pulmonary Edema

Pulmonary Edema ( 33 Questions)

A client with suspected pulmonary edema is scheduled for an echocardiogram. What information can this diagnostic test provide to assist in diagnosing the cause of pulmonary edema?


Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. Oxygen saturation levels are typically assessed using pulse oximetry and are not provided by an echocardiogram.

B) Incorrect. Blood pressure measurements are not directly assessed through an echocardiogram.

C) Correct. An echocardiogram provides valuable information about the structure and function of the heart, which can help diagnose the underlying cause of pulmonary edema, such as heart failure.

D) Incorrect. A white blood cell count is not part of an echocardiogram and is not used to diagnose pulmonary edema.




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