Which complication is most associated with heart failure? A. Stroke B. Respiratory failure C. Myocardial infarction D. Arrhythmias

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The question is asking which complication is most commonly associated with heart failure, providing four possible options to choose from.

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Arrhythmias are a common complication of heart failure, occurring due to changes in the heart's structure and function.

Tips

A common mistake is assuming myocardial infarction is most associated due to its severity, but arrhythmias are more frequent in heart failure.

Sources

• Heart Failure | Johns Hopkins Medicine - hopkinsmedicine.org
• Cardiac Complications in Patients With Community-Acquired... - ahajournals.org