The nurse notes an S₃heart sound while performing an assessment on a patient admitted with an acute myocardial infarction. The nurse notifies the physician of the finding, which most likely suggests: A)Heart failure B)Coronary artery disease C)Hypertension D)Pulmonic stenosis

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The presence of an S3 heart sound, often referred to as a "ventricular gallop," is most commonly associated with heart failure. It indicates increased fluid volume or pressure inside the ventricles, which is a hallmark of heart failure, especially after an acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) due to the heart's reduced pumping capacity.

The Nurse Notes an S3 heart Sound While Performing an Assessment

The Nurse Notes an S₃heart Sound While Performing an Assessment