Question

Symptoms of congestive heart failure include:

-decreased venous volume
-pulmonary edema subsequent to left ventricular failure
-decreased right atrial pressure subsequent to right ventricular failure

Answer 1

Pulmonary edema is excess fluid in the air sacs of the lungs, a common symptom of heart and/or kidney failure. It can be life-threatening due to compromised gas exchange in the lungs. Medical attention should be sought immediately.

Step-by-step explanation:

Pulmonary edema is excess fluid in the air sacs of the lungs, a common symptom of heart and/or kidney failure. People with pulmonary edema likely will experience difficulty breathing, and they may experience chest pain.

Pulmonary edema can be life threatening, because it compromises gas exchange in the lungs, and anyone having symptoms should immediately seek medical care.