Which therapy(ies) is/are used in the treatment of angina pectoris? (Select all that apply.)
a. ECG
b. Coronary artery bypass
c. Coronary angioplasty
d. Avoidance of caffeine and emotional stress
e. Use of nitrates
ANS: B, C, D, E
Coronary artery bypass and coronary angioplasty may be standard treatment of angina pectoris, pending medical evaluation. Avoiding caffeine and emotional stress and use of nitrates is standard treatment of angina pectoris. An ECG is not a procedure for the treatment of angina.
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