Which comment by the patient indicates a good understanding of her diagnosis of coronary heart disease?
a. "I had a heart attack because I work too hard and it puts too much strain on my heart."
b. "The pain in my chest gets worse each time it happens. I think that there is more damage to my heart vessels as time goes on."
c. "If I change my diet and exercise more, I should get over this and be healthy."
d. "What kind of pills can you give me to get me over this and back to my lifestyle?"
B
Coronary heart disease is a progressive atherosclerotic disorder of the coronary arteries that results in narrowing or complete occlusion.
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