Which statement is true regarding the pain associated with angina?
a. It does not subside until treatment is initiated.
b. It is highly variable in intensity and location.
c. It typically subsides after 1 to 3 minutes.
d. It is directly related to the degree of myocardial damage.
ANS: B
The presentation of angina pectoris is highly variable. The sensation of discomfort may be described as squeezing, tightness, choking, pressure, burning, or heaviness. Pain or discomfort may radiate to the neck, lower jaw, shoulder, and arm. Attacks can last from 30 seconds to 30 minutes. Anginal pain usually does subside with rest. Sustained pain is usually indicative of a myocardial infarction. Although angina pain may subside in this way, in general, it is highly variable in how it is manifested. Anginal pain may or may not correlate with the amount of myocardial damage.
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