Mr. Hernandez has class IV heart failure and likes to have a glass of beer with his dinner. The nurse explains that
A) red wine will decrease his risk for coronary disease and he should switch to that.
B) white wine will not affect his blood pressure and is a better choice.
C) alcohol is a cardiac depressant and is contraindicated in his condition.
D) one drink a day won't hurt him and he should enjoy his beer.
C
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