Cardiovascular and Pulmonary: American College of Cardiology Foundation/American Heart Association Stages of Heart Failure Flashcards
1
Q
Stage A
A
- At high risk for heart failure
- No structural heart disease
- No symptoms of heart failure
2
Q
Stage B
A
- Structural heart disease
- No signs or symptoms of heart failure
3
Q
Stage C
A
- Structural heart disease
- Prior or current symptoms of heart failure
4
Q
Stage D
A
- Refractory heart failure requiring specialized interventions