Which of the following patients would have a very poor response related to tissue regeneration of his or her injured area?
A)
A 21-day-old infant undergoing a diaphragmatic hernia repair
B)
A 54-year-old male who had a massive MI 4 days ago and came to the ED today for treatment
C)
A 73-year-old female who is undergoing lithotripsy for kidney stones
D)
A 33-year-old athlete undergoing surgery to repair a torn MCL in his right knee
Ans:
B
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