The nurse is interviewing a patient with a history of high blood pressure and heart problems. Which statement by the patient causes the nurse to suspect the patient may have heart failure?
a. "I noticed a very fine red rash on my chest"
b. "I had to take off my wedding ring last week"
c. "I've had fever quite frequently"
d. "I have pain in my shoulder when 1 cough"
Answer: b. "I had to take off my wedding ring last week"
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A) True B) False