Differentiate between systolic and diastolic heart failure. State whether the patient is in systolic or diastolic heart failure. Explain the pathophysiology associated with each of the following symptoms: dyspnea on exertion, pitting edema, jugular vein distention, and orthopnea. Explain the significance of the presence of a 3rd heart sound and ejection fraction of 25%.
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