A patient who had a myocardial infarction is going to cardiac rehabilitation where progressive exercise is monitored by health care professionals. When would this patient be most vulnerable to injury and complications?
a. Between 5 and 9 days
b. Between 10 and 14 days
c. Between 15 and 20 days
d. Between 20 and 30 days
Answer: b. Between 10 and 14 days
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