A client is diagnosed with a normal ejection fraction. The nurse realizes that the client's ejection fraction is most likely between:
1. 10% to 20%.
2. 30% to 40%.
3. 60% to 70%.
4. 80% to 90%.
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Ejection fraction is the percentage of blood that is emptied from the ventricle during systole. An ejection fraction of 60% to 70% is considered normal. Lower ejection fraction findings indicate damage to the ventricle. Ejection fractions are not usually as high as 80% to 90%.
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