Which of the following are clinical features that favor congestive heart failure over ARDS?

1. Elevated PA catheter wedge pressure
2. Asymmetric, peripheral infiltrates on chest x-ray
3. Prompt (<12 to 24 hr) and lasting response to diuretics
4. Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid low protein and minimally increased cellularity
a. 1 and 4 only
b. 1, 2, and 3 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. 2, 3, and 4 only


ANS: A

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