Acute coronary syndrome encompasses which of the following diagnoses? (choose all that apply)
a. non ST segment elevation MI
b. ST segment elevation MI
c. unstable angina
d. Chronic stable angina
Answer:
a. non ST segment elevation MI
b. ST segment elevation MI
c. unstable angina
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