A Client Had a Myocardial Infarction That Damaged the Sinoatrial

question 3

Multiple Choice

A client had a myocardial infarction that damaged the sinoatrial (SA) node.For which potential complication should the nurse assess this client? Select all that apply.

• A) Decreased heart rate
• B) Increased heart rate
• C) Decreased cardiac output
• D) Decreased strength of ventricular contractions
• E) Increased cardiac output

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