Upon evaluation of the patient's laboratory data, the nurse notes an increase in the patient's B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) and is aware that this increased laboratory value generally indicates a diagnosis of:
A) Valvular disease
B) Heart failure
C) Pulmonary edema
D) Cardiogenic shock
Ans: B
Feedback: The BNP level is a key diagnostic indicator of heart failure. A high level of BNP is a sign of high cardiac filling pressure and can aid in the diagnosis of heart failure. Pulmonary edema, valvular disease, and cardiogenic shock are not diagnosed based upon BNP levels.
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