A patient is admitted with chest pain of approximately 2 hours in duration.The CK level was 8 U/L.Which additional order should the nurse expect in order for assessment of this patient to be adequate?
A)Repeat CK level in 48 hours
B)CTnT level
C)CK-MB in the a.m.
D)LDL and HDL levels

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In a patient presenting with chest pain, measurement of cardiac troponin (CTnT) levels is recommended for the assessment of possible myocardial infarction. A CK level of 8 U/L is within the normal range and does not provide useful information in this clinical scenario. CK-MB and lipid levels are not relevant in the acute evaluation of chest pain. Repeating the CK level in 48 hours is not indicated if there is concern for an acute coronary syndrome.

A Patient Is Admitted with Chest Pain of Approximately 2