The patient is admitted with an acute myocardial infarction (AMI).Three days later the nurse is concerned that the patient may have a papillary muscle rupture.Which assessment data may indicate a papillary muscle rupture?
A) Gallop rhythm
B) Murmur
C) S1 heart sound
D) S3 heart sound

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The presence of a new murmur warrants special attention,particularly in a patient with an AMI.A papillary muscle may have ruptured,causing the valve to close incorrectly,which can be indicative of severe damage and impending complications.

The Patient Is Admitted with an Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)