Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP) Practice Test 2025 – Complete All-in-One Guide for Exam Success!

Decreased urine output is not an indicator of pulmonary congestion. Pulmonary congestion primarily affects the lungs and is usually characterized by symptoms that arise from fluid accumulation in the pulmonary circulation. Tachypnea, which refers to rapid breathing, can occur as the body attempts to compensate for reduced oxygen levels due to fluid in the lungs. Wheezing, a high-pitched whistling sound during breathing, can also indicate obstruction or inflammation of the airways commonly associated with congestive heart failure. Bronchial sounds, which may be present when auscultating the lungs, can suggest areas of lung consolidation that might occur with pulmonary congestion.

In contrast, decreased urine output is more typically associated with systemic factors such as decreased perfusion to the kidneys or fluid overload, but it is not a direct consequence of pulmonary congestion. It is more indicative of renal function and systemic fluid balance rather than a direct pulmonary issue.