What is the goal of drug therapy for chronic stable angina?
a. Prevent Coronary artery spasm
b. Constrict coronary arteries to increase blood pressure during stress
c. Decrease myocardial need for oxygen during stress
d. Increase myocardial blood flow during systole
Answer: c. Decrease myocardial need for oxygen during stress
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