The Nurse Is Evaluating the 12 Lead Electrocardiograph of a Patient

The nurse is evaluating the 12 lead electrocardiograph of a patient who had a myocardial infarction approximately 2 hours ago. The doctor stated the MI was still "evolving." What abnormalities would the nurse expect to see to reflect the ischemic event?

A) ST segment elevation
B) A widening of the QRS interval
C) ST segment depression
D) The emergence of Q waves

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