The presence of dizziness in a patient with a suspected myocardial infarction is MOST likely the result of:
A) fear and anxiety.
B) the effects of nitroglycerin.
C) acute left-sided heart failure.
D) a reduction in cardiac output.
Answer: D) a reduction in cardiac output.
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