A serious condition in which a large amount of fluid accumulates in the pericardial cavity and puts pressure on the heart is ________.
A) endocarditis
B) pericarditis
C) a myocardial infarction
D) cardiac tamponade

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Cardiac tamponade is the condition where fluid accumulates in the pericardial cavity, exerting pressure on the heart and potentially leading to severe cardiovascular compromise.

A Serious Condition in Which a Large Amount of Fluid