The patient who is to have a stress echocardiogram is instructed that prior to the test she should:
a. eat a full meal.
b. limit caffeine drinks to 1 cup.
c. abstain from smoking for 8 hours.
d. wear hard-soled shoes.
C
Patients are to abstain from caffeine and smoking for 8 hours prior to the test. They should eat lightly and wear comfortable walking shoes.
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