The nurse is collecting data for a patient who is experiencing a myocardial infarction (MI). Which of the following findings would be expected?

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Profuse diaphoresis, or excessive sweating, is a common sign of a myocardial infarction as the body tries to compensate for the stress and decreased oxygen supply to the heart muscle. A flushed face, extreme thirst, or a moist cough are not typically associated with an MI.

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