When assessing a middle-aged male patient with chest pain, you note a large vertical scar in the center of his chest. This indicates that he has MOST likely had:
A. a coronary artery bypass graft.
B. coronary artery stent placement.
C. a percutaneous coronary angioplasty.
D. a surgically implanted cardiac pacemaker.
Answer: A. a coronary artery bypass graft.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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