Jugular Vein Distention is Most Associated With

Question

Jugular vein distention is most associated with
A) right-sided heart failure.
B) aortic valve stenosis.
C) left wall infarct and left ventricular failure.
D) low volume shock right-sided heart failure.

Accepted Answer

Jugular vein distention is most commonly associated with right-sided heart failure, as the inability of the right ventricle to pump blood effectively can cause an accumulation of blood in the veins leading to the heart. This results in the jugular veins becoming distended and visible.