A nurse is evaluating a new graduate’s assessment of a patient with suspected left-sided heart failure. Which of the following findings, if omitted, would indicate the graduate needs further education on cue recognition? A. Skin temperature and color B. Bowel sounds C. Presence of crackles on auscultation D. Capillary refill time Correct Answer: C. Presence of crackles on auscultation Rationale: Crackles are a key cue in identifying pulmonary congestion in left-sided HF. Omitting this compromises effective cue recognition. Group of answer choices No answer text provided. No answer text provided. No answer text provided. No answer text provided.
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