Question

Various test results of a 55-year-old client indicate right ventricular backward failure, jugular venous distention, and ascites. The client also has hepatomegaly and splenomegaly. What are the other signs and symptoms of right ventricular failure that could lead the physician to confirm the condition? Select all that apply.

Orthopnea

Confusion

Dyspnea

Cool, pale extremities

Cough

I am confused by the answer feedback given. Aren't we looking for confirming right ventricular backward failure?:

Feedback
1.	This is correct. A client diagnosed with left ventricular backward failure may have a cough with pink, frothy sputum.
2.	This is correct. Shortness of breath, which is referred to as dyspnea, is also a condition than can lead to left ventricular backward failure.
3.	This is correct. Orthopnea is a shortness of breath that occurs when lying flat and can be observed in a client with left ventricular backward failure.
4.	This is incorrect. Confusion and disorientation may be symptoms of left ventricle forward failure.
5.	This is incorrect. A client diagnosed with left ventricular forward failure may have cool and pale skin.

Answer 1

Answer is dyspnoea and cough.patient experiences dyspnoea while doing physical activities and lying supine position in bed.