A client 50 years of age is diagnosed with Class III (moderate) heart failure. How is Class III heart failure different from other classes of heart failure in the client, according to the New York Association of Classification of Heart Failure?
1. The client with Class III (moderate) heart failure will feel comfortable with ordinary physical activity.
2. The client with Class III (moderate) heart failure will feel fatigue and palpitations but only with ordinary activity.
3. The client with Class III (moderate) heart failure will have symptoms such as fatigue, palpitations, or dyspnea while doing less than normal physical activities.
4. The client with Class III (moderate) heart failure will be unable to carry out physical activities comfortably.
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