The nurse hears an atrial gallop (S4). Which of the following statements is true of atrial gallops?
A. An atrial gallop is an early sign of heart failure.
B. An atrial gallop may be heard in the older adult client.
C. An atrial gallop is an indication of severe heart failure.
D. An atrial gallop is an indication of turbulent blood flow.
B
An atrial gallop may be heard in older adult clients due to a stiffened ventricle.
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