Based upon the following assessment data collected by the nurse, what increases a patient's risk for heart failure?
A) Lasix 20 mg/day
B) Potassium level of 5.7 mEq/L
C) African-American man
D) Age of 65 years or older
Ans: D
Feedback: The incidence of heart failure increases with age.
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