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Man experiences a st-segment myocardial infarction


Problem: A 55-year-old man experiences a ST-segment myocardial infarction and is admitted for coronary angiography with stent placement in the left anterior descending artery. On day four of hospitalization, he has sudden sharp chest pain that radiates to his neck and shoulders. The pain is exacerbated by coughing and deep breathing. Vitals are within normal limits. Physical examination shows a restless man whose symptoms improve when sitting forward from a supine position. There is a loud rubbing sound upon cardiac auscultation when he leans forward. Lungs are clear to auscultation bilaterally. An ECG is shown below. The patient is treated with an antiplatelet drug. Which of the following is a common adverse effect of the anti-platelet medication administered in this patient? Need Professional Help?

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