A patient with orthopnea:
A) experiences dyspnea during periods of exertion.
B) prefers a semisitting position to facilitate breathing.
C) experiences worsened dyspnea while lying down.
D) sleeps in a recliner due to severe right heart failure.
Answer: C) experiences worsened dyspnea while lying down.
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