Cardiac Disorders NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question
The intensive care department nurse is assessing the client who is 12 hours post-myocardial infarction. The nurse assesses an S3 heart sound. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An S3 heart sound post-MI (A) indicates heart failure, requiring HCP notification. Elevating HOB (B) is supportive, documenting as normal (C) is incorrect, and morphine (D) is for pain.