Fifteen hours after admission, a patient's CK-MB level is markedly increased. What should this indicate to the treatment team?
A. Lactic acid is present.
B. Cardiac function has returned to normal.
C. Cellular necrosis of myocardial tissue has occurred.
D. Thrombolytic therapy is indicated.
Answer: C
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A. Peplau B. Orlando C. Travelbee D. Forchuk
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