The nurse understands that anginal pain usually is associated with:
a. stress and exercise. c. smoking tobacco products.
b. lack of regular exercise. d. consuming a glass of wine daily.
ANS: A
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A Correct: These are usually the circumstances that lead to anginal pain.
B Incorrect: Although this may be a contributing factor to CAD (coronary artery disease), it is not specifically related to anginal pain.
C Incorrect: Although this may be a contributing factor to CAD (coronary artery disease), it is not specifically related to anginal pain.
D Incorrect: This is not associated with angina.
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