The nurse recognizes that a pericardial friction rub may occur as a result of which of these conditions?
a. Pneumonia
b. Pleurisy
c. Myocardial infarction
d. Mitral valve prolapse
ANS: C
A pericardial friction rub may occur after a myocardial infarction or chest trauma.
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