After an Acute Myocardial Infarction of the Left Ventricle, a Client

question 217

Multiple Choice

After an acute myocardial infarction of the left ventricle, a client has irreversible cellular necrosis of the myocardium. Which nursing diagnosis would be considered the highest priority for the nurse planning care?

• A) Activity Intolerance
• B) Infection, Risk for
• C) Breathing Pattern, Ineffective
• D) Cardiac Output, Decreased

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Definitions:

Loop of Henle

A section of the nephron in the kidney that plays a crucial role in concentrating urine and conserving water.

Water Reabsorption

The process by which water is absorbed back into the blood from the filtrate in the kidney tubules.

Collecting Ducts

Series of tubules and ducts in the kidney that function in urine processing and the regulation of mineral balance.

Distal Convoluted Tubule

A portion of the kidney nephron where the final adjustment of urine concentration and composition occurs.