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A patient with chest pain is prescribed to have a troponin level drawn. What purpose does this diagnostic test serve in the care of a patient with chest pain?

1. It appears in the bloodstream 4 to 12 hours after the onset of cardiac injury.
2. The peak level of troponin appears in 12 hours.
3. If a cardiac injury has occurred, the troponin level will stay elevated for 7 to 10 days.
4. The troponin level may be a predictor of myocardial infarction size.
5. A negative result does not need to be retested.
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Understanding the Essentials of Critical Care Nursing

Understanding the Essentials of Critical Care Nursing


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WOW, that makes total sense, perfect explanation
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Glad you liked it, good night!
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