Which of these, if stated by a patient, indicates to the nurse correct understanding of the importance of promptly seeking medical treatment for symptoms of a myocardial infarction?
a. "Angina is prevented."
b. "Coronary artery disease is cured."
c. "Less heart muscle is damaged."
d. "Risk factors are decreased."
ANS: C
Less heart muscle is damaged with prompt treatment, as time is muscle.
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1. Just started an oral contraceptive. 2. Is opposed to systemic medications. 3. Is lactating. 4. Is unconcerned about using contraception. 5. Does not smoke and is perimenopausal.
T.H. then asks, "Are there any treatments for this?"
What will be an ideal response?
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