Fifteen hours after admission, a patient's CK-MB level is markedly increased. What should this indicate to the treatment team?

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Elevated CK-MB levels indicate damage or necrosis of the myocardial tissue, which may be indicative of a heart attack or ischemia. Therefore, this finding should alert the treatment team to closely monitor the patient and consider further interventions to address the underlying cause. Choices B, C, and D are not supported by the given information.

Fifteen Hours After Admission, a Patient's CK-MB Level Is Markedly