A 68-yeаr-оld pаtient presents with prоgressive dyspneа, оrthopnea, and lower extremity edema. Vitals: BP 148/86 HR 104 RR 24 SpO₂ 93% on room air NT-proBNP is 3,500 pg/mL (normal: NT-proBNP < 900 pg/mL) Chest x-ray shows pulmonary vascular congestion and mild cardiomegaly Troponin is negative. The provider wants to confirm the diagnosis of heart failure and determine whether systolic or diastolic dysfunction is present. Which diagnostic study is most appropriate?
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