A client recently had a myocardial infarction (MI) and asks the nurse if he will require a heart transplant. Based on the nurse's knowledge of indications for heart transplant, what is the best response?
A) "No. Heart transplant is indicated for cardiomyopathy, end-stage coronary artery disease, and end-stage heart failure."
B) "No. Heart transplant is only indicated for congenital heart defects."
C) "Yes. You may require a heart transplant if you have another heart attack."
D) "Yes. Your heart will not function as well as it did before the heart attack, and a new heart will give you the best chance for survival."
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In adults, heart transplantation is indicated for cardiomyopathy, end-stage coronary artery disease, and end-stage heart failure. In newborns and infants, heart transplantation is indicated for a severe congenital cardiac defect. It is performed only when other treatment modalities fail or are unavailable. It is not used to treat clients after an MI unless they meet any of the given criteria.
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