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Gerardo Esquivias
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The nurse notes that a client's troponin level is elevated.What should this finding indicate to the nurse about the client?

A) Has a high risk for cardiovascular disease
B) Experienced a recent myocardial infarction
C) Had a myocardial infarction several months ago
D) Reduced amount of oxygen carrying capacity in the blood

Troponin Level

A measurement of the troponin protein levels in the blood, commonly used to diagnose heart attacks or other heart-related issues.

Myocardial Infarction

Commonly known as a heart attack, it occurs when blood flow decreases or stops to a part of the heart, causing damage to the heart muscle.

Cardiovascular Disease

A range of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels, often characterized by hypertension, coronary artery disease, and heart failure.

  • Identify and understand the significance of diagnostic and laboratory test results related to cardiovascular health.
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