9. Which of the following symptoms is the most likely origin of pain the patient

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9. Which of the following symptoms is the most likely origin of pain the patient described as knifelike chest pain and pressure that increases in intensity with inspiration? Select one of the choices below a. Cardiac b. Gastrointestinal c. Musculoskeletal d. Pulmonary 10. Aspirin is administered to the client experiencing an MI because of its: Select one of the choices below a. Antipyretic action b. Antithrombotic action C. Antiplatelet action d. Analgesic action 11. Which of the following blood tests is most indicative of cardiac damage? Select one of the choices below a. Lactate dehydrogenase b. Complete blood count (CBC) C. Troponin I d. Creatine kinase (CK) 12. Which of the following classes of medications maximizes cardiac performance in clients with heart failure by increasing ventricular contractility? Select one of the choices below a. Beta-adrenergic blockers b. Calcium channel blockers c. Diuretics d. Inotropic agents

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9. Option D is correct.

The given symptoms are characteristic of pulmonary pain.

10. Option B is correct.

Aspirin is administered to MI patients because of its antithrombotic activity.

11. Option C is correct.

Troponin I levels rise quickly after cardiac injury. They are not seen in people without cardiac injury.

12. Option D is correct.

Inotropic agents maximize cardiac performance in clients with heart failure by increasing ventricular contractibility.

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