A Patient Is Admitted with an Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted with an acute myocardial infarction (AMI) .The nurse monitors for which potential complications? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Cardiac dysrhythmias
• B) Heart failure
• C) Pericarditis
• D) Ventricular rupture
• E) Chest pain

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Definitions:

Retroactive Interference

A situation in which recently acquired knowledge hinders the ability to remember information that was learned earlier.

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Imagery

The use of vivid or figurative language to represent objects, actions, or ideas.

Elaboration

The process of adding more detail or expanding on an idea, often to provide a clearer, more comprehensive understanding.