Cardiac Disorders NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question

Which of the following electrocardiogram (ECG) changes supports the diagnosis that the client is experiencing a myocardial infarction (MI)?

A. Inverted P wave B. Prolonged PR interval C. Widened QRS complex D. Elevated ST segment Back to Exams

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: ST-segment elevation on ECG is a hallmark of acute myocardial infarction, indicating myocardial ischemia.

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