For a hospitalized client who experienced a sudden arterial occlusion yesterday, the nurse would review the chart for a history of
A) atrial fibrillation.
B) hypertension.
C) iron deficiency anemia.
D) oral contraceptive use.

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Emboli, the most common cause of sudden ischemia, usually are of cardiac origin during periods of atrial fibrillation.

For a Hospitalized Client Who Experienced a Sudden Arterial Occlusion