The triage nurse in the ED is assessing a patient with chronic HF who has presented with worsening symptoms. In reviewing the patient's medical history, what is a potential primary cause of the patient's heart failure?
A) Endocarditis
B) Pleural effusion
C) Atherosclerosis
D) Atrial-septal defect
Ans: C
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Atherosclerosis of the coronary arteries is the primary cause of HF. Pleural effusion, endocarditis, and an atrial-septal defect are not health problems that contribute to the etiology of HF.
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