A patient with heart failure has several treatment options. What do the treatment options vary according to?
A) The severity of the patient's condition
B) The progression of the disease
C) Whether there is pulmonary involvement
D) Whether there is peripheral involvement
Ans: A
Feedback: Treatment options vary according to the severity of the patient's condition and may include oral and IV medications, major lifestyle changes, supplemental oxygen, implantation of assistive devices, and surgical approaches, including cardiac transplantation. Therefore options B, C, and D are incorrect.
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