Question 7 of 30
You suspect a patient's pain is due to a myocardial infarction rather than angina because the pain:
A
Is under the sternum.
B
Radiates to the neck, jaw and arms.
C
Is not relieved by rest or medication.
D
Lasts for about 3 minutes.
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: Is not relieved by rest or medication..
Angina is typically relieved by rest or nitroglycerin because it is caused by temporary myocardial ischemia. Pain that persists despite rest or medication suggests an ongoing myocardial infarction (heart attack).