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cmoore54

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A nursing student studying acute coronary syndromes learns that the pain of a myocardial infarction (MI) differs from stable angina in what ways? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Accompanied by shortness of breath
  b. Feelings of fear or anxiety
  c. Lasts less than 15 minutes
  d. No relief from taking nitroglycerin
  e. Pain occurs without known cause

Question 2

A nursing student learns about modifiable risk factors for coronary artery disease. Which factors does this include? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Age
  b. Hypertension
  c. Obesity
  d. Smoking
  e. Stress


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amandalm

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, D, E
The pain from an MI is often accompanied by shortness of breath and fear or anxiety. It lasts longer than 15 minutes and is not relieved by nitroglycerin. It occurs without a known cause such as exertion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D, E
Hypertension, obesity, smoking, and excessive stress are all modifiable risk factors for coronary artery disease. Age is a nonmodifiable risk factor.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
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