A patient is in congestive heart failure due to damage from a myocardial infarction.Which gastrointestinal manifestation would the nurse expect on assessment?
A)Severe stomach cramping
B)Decreased bowel sounds
C)Enlargement of the liver
D)Esophageal reflux

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Congestive heart failure can cause liver enlargement due to decreased blood flow from the heart to the liver. The other gastrointestinal manifestations listed are not directly related to heart failure.

A Patient Is in Congestive Heart Failure Due to Damage