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What is the primary cause of left ventricular congestive failure according to the text?
What is the primary cause of left ventricular congestive failure according to the text?
Which compensatory mechanism is described as related to end-diastolic volume (EDV) and helps normalize cardiac output?
Which compensatory mechanism is described as related to end-diastolic volume (EDV) and helps normalize cardiac output?
What can chronic pulmonary congestion potentially lead to, as mentioned in the text?
What can chronic pulmonary congestion potentially lead to, as mentioned in the text?
Which pathophysiological mechanism of heart failure involves persistent arrhythmias?
Which pathophysiological mechanism of heart failure involves persistent arrhythmias?
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How does chamber dilation affect heart function according to the text?
How does chamber dilation affect heart function according to the text?
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What type of hypertrophy is typically seen in response to systolic pressure overload?
What type of hypertrophy is typically seen in response to systolic pressure overload?
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Which compensatory mechanism is activated in response to heart failure and leads to vasoconstriction?
Which compensatory mechanism is activated in response to heart failure and leads to vasoconstriction?
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What effect does continued neuro-hormonal activation have on a failing heart?
What effect does continued neuro-hormonal activation have on a failing heart?
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Which of the following is NOT a consequence of worsening heart failure?
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of worsening heart failure?
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What is a recommended treatment approach for heart failure according to the text?
What is a recommended treatment approach for heart failure according to the text?
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