Which statement differentiates systolic and diastolic heart failure in terms of ejection fraction?

Which statement differentiates systolic and diastolic heart failure in terms of ejection fraction?

• A. Systolic HF has reduced EF; Diastolic HF has preserved EF with impaired relaxation
• B. Systolic HF has preserved EF; Diastolic HF has reduced EF
• C. Both have reduced EF
• D. Both have preserved EF

Answer: (A)