Which cardiovascular condition(s) is/are related to coronary artery diseases (CADs)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Angina pectoris
b. Pulmonary stenosis
c. Acute myocardial infarction
d. Pericarditis
e. Venous stasis ulcers
ANS: A, C
Angina pectoris and acute myocardial infarction are considered CADs. Pulmonary stenosis is a congenital heart disease. Pericarditis is inflammation of the tissue surrounding the heart. Venous stasis ulcers are not related to CAD.
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