AHA GUIDELINES Bundle (free trial) - Heart Failure

8 Assessment Figure 4. Diagnostic Algorithm for HF and EF-Based Classification Assessment • Clinical history • Physical examination • ECG, labs Natriuretic Peptide • NT-proBNP >125 pg/mL • BNP ≥35 pg/mL Transthoracic Echocardiography • Additional testing, if necessary HFrEF LVEF ≤40% HFpEF LVEF ≥50% • Evaluate for precipitating factors • Initiate treatment HFmrEF LVEF 41%–49% HF Diagnosis Confirmed • Determine cause and classify

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