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What is heart failure primarily characterized by?

Increased cardiac output and decreased filling pressures

Elevation of oxygen supply despite low cardiac output

Abnormalities of heart structure and/or function (correct)

Complete recovery of heart muscle after damage

Which statement correctly describes reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF)?

EF shows normal ventricular size with diastolic dysfunction

EF is maintained at 50% or higher

EF is less than 40%, indicative of systolic heart failure (correct)

EF levels are between 41-49%

What kind of heart failure is characterized by preserved ejection fraction?

Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) (correct)

Systolic heart failure with no preserved function

Diastolic heart failure with EF < 40%

Low-output heart failure with normal function

Which of the following is a common consequence of left-sided heart failure?

Blood backup leading to right-sided heart failure Signup and view all the answers

Which factors significantly impact the prognosis of heart failure after diagnosis?

Underlying risk factors and comorbid conditions Signup and view all the answers

What denotes acute heart failure?

Rapid onset or worsening that may require hospitalization Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes high-output heart failure?

Insufficient blood supply despite an elevated cardiac output Signup and view all the answers

How is mildly reduced ejection fraction (HFmrEF) defined?

EF within the range of 41-49% Signup and view all the answers

In the context of time course, what does chronic heart failure imply?

A condition likely to worsen without treatment due to irreversible damage Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence of heart failure in the 80s age group?

25% Signup and view all the answers