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Mr.  Peter Miller hаs а hx оf HF аnd recently was started оn Entrestо (sacubitril/valsartan).   The patient followed the instructions to discontinue Lisinopril.   He calls the office and reports that he is feeling a "little" short of breath, especially when he is walking up the one-flight of stairs to his bedroom.  He also gained 3 lbs. since he was seen last in the office 3 weeks ago.  The NP orders lab and wonders what lab to order - a BNP or a NT-pro-BNP?   Answer the following questions: 1.  Which lab test should the NP order? 2.  Explain the rationale for the correct lab order.