60. A patient with acute onset of severe shortness of breath, bilateral crackles, and frothy pink sputum is diagnosed with acute pulmonary edema due to left-sided heart failure. What is the urgent clinical medicinal intervention required?
A.
Oral diuretics and observation.
B.
Immediate administration of IV diuretics and vasodilators to reduce preload and afterload.
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C.
Anticoagulants.
D.
Oral antibiotics.
📖 Additional Information
Oral diuretics and observation.
Immediate administration of IV diuretics and vasodilators to reduce preload and afterload.
