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Test Your Knowledge of Congestive Heart Failure


Answer "true" or "false" to the following statements. Then read your answers to find out how much you know about congestive heart failure.

  1. Heart failure can involve the left side of the heart, the right side or both sides.
    True    False
  2. In most instances, congestive heart failure occurs rapidly over a short period of time.
    True    False
  3. Initial symptoms associated with congestive heart failure may include fatigue and shortness of breath.
    True    False
  4. Most people diagnosed with congestive heart failure will require medications.
    True    False.
  5. Persons who are diagnosed with congestive heart failure should avoid sexual activity.
    True    False
  6. Early signs of increasing congestive heart failure may be evident in small weight gains over a shortened period of time.
    True    False
  7. Congestive heart failure may lead to fluid build-up and swelling in other parts of the body.
    True    False
  8. People with congestive heart failure should take added precautions to avoid getting the flu or pneumonia.
    True    False
  9. Diet is not an important factor in treating congestive heart failure.
    True    False

  10. In addition to a physical examination, a series of diagnostic tests may be needed to confirm a diagnosis of congestive heart failure.
    True    False

Source:

  • American Heart Association

  • This screening assessment was reviewed and updated June 2007.

       
     
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