Select the Correct Definition of Diastolic Heart Failure

Multiple Choice

Select the correct definition of diastolic heart failure:

A) the heart does not relax properly after contraction, resulting in decreased blood flow through the heart
B) the heart is unable to pump blood to the extremities and lungs, resulting in edema of these areas
C) the left side of the heart fails
D) contraction of the heart muscle does not pump blood adequately