When discussing angina pectoris secondary to atherosclerotic disease with a patient, the patient asks why he experiences chest pain with exertion. The nurse informs the patient that exertion:
A) Increases the heart's oxygen demands
B) Causes vasoconstriction of the heart
C) Increases blood flow to the mesenteric area
D) Reduces the effectiveness of medications
Ans: A
Feedback: Physical exertion increases the myocardial oxygen demand. If the patient has arteriosclerosis of the coronary arteries, then blood supply is diminished to the myocardium.
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