A client has experienced a myocardial infarction (MI). After the acute stage of the MI, what is the most lethal complication the nurse should be aware can occur?
A) Thrombophlebitis
B) Ventricular aneurysm
C) Mitral valve prolapse
D) Septic shock
B
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A ventricular aneurysm is the most lethal complication among clients who survive the acute stage of a myocardial infarction (MI). Thrombophlebitis is a complication of immobility. Mitral valve prolapse is an acquired disorder that is not a complication from having an MI. Cardiogenic shock, not septic shock, is a complication after sustaining an MI.
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