What should a person with unstable angina avoid?
a. Walking outside
b. Eating red meat
c. Swimming in warm pool
d. Shoveling snow
ANS: D
The person with angina should avoid exposure to cold, heavy exercise, eating heavy meals, and emotional stress.
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